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Jaker1
April 20, 2025
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Turn off Allowable/disallowable expenses on QBSE

  • April 20, 2025
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Hi, 

I work in touring theatre so need to claim all of my meals against my touring allowance however if I categorise them as "meals and entertainment" or "Travel expenses" QBSE says they're disallowed. It also disallows payments for accommodation. How do I completely turn off the allowable/disallowable feature? If I'm marking a transaction as business I already know it's allowable so I don't need this feature and it's really irritating!

Thanks.

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GianSeth_A
April 20, 2025

QuickBooks Self-Employed does not allow the full deactivation of the allowable/disallowable feature, as it is crucial for accurate tax reporting. I'll explain it further below, Jaker.

 

The Allowed/Disallowed feature is designed to manage your self-employed business and categorize expenses for tax purposes, helping you stay compliant with tax regulations and saving you time.

 

I'll add an article explaining allowable and disallowable expenses, providing definitions and examples to help business owners navigate tax deductions and ensure compliance: Allowable and disallowable expenses explained.

 

Moreover, if you need to make classifications, I strongly recommend seeking the guidance of a qualified accountant. An accountant can help ensure your financial records are accurate and compliant with relevant tax regulations.

 

Furthermore, each time you enter a transaction into QuickBooks, you need to categorize it. This includes transactions that you download from an online bank account or manually enter.

 

Understanding allowable and disallowable expenses is key to maximizing tax deductions and ensuring compliance. Read the article for valuable insights. For further assistance or personalized guidance, reply to us in the section below. We're here to help.

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