Mileage Tracking

By creavio Team April 10, 2026 1 views

Mileage Tracking

If you drive to shoots, client meetings, or vendor pickups, those miles are tax-deductible. creavio makes it easy to log and categorize every business trip so you're not scrambling at tax time.

Logging a Trip

  1. Go to Money > Mileage
  2. Click + New Trip
  3. Enter the start and end locations (or total miles)
  4. Select the purpose: client shoot, scouting, supply run, meeting, etc.
  5. Choose the date and add optional notes
  6. Click Save

IRS Mileage Rate

creavio automatically applies the current IRS standard mileage rate to calculate your deduction. The rate updates annually — you don't need to change anything. You'll see both the miles driven and the estimated deduction value for each trip.

Viewing Your Mileage Summary

The mileage dashboard shows:

  • Total miles logged for the current year
  • Estimated deduction based on the IRS rate
  • Breakdown by purpose so you can see where you're driving most
  • Monthly trends to spot your busiest travel months

Tips for Accurate Mileage Tracking

  • Log trips the same day — don't rely on memory
  • Only log business-related miles, not personal errands
  • If a trip is mixed (personal and business), only log the business portion
  • Keep your home studio address updated in settings for accurate calculations

Consistent mileage tracking can save photographers hundreds or even thousands of dollars at tax time. Make it a habit after every shoot.