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Are Credit Card Points Taxable? Best Practices for Business Owners, Investors, and Side Hustlers with CPA Rachel Earl

Are Credit Card Points Taxable? Best Practices for Business Owners, Investors, and Side Hustlers with CPA Rachel Earl

Update: 2025-09-17
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In episode 114 of World Travel Made Easy With Itinerary Boss, CPA and points enthusiast Rachel Earl joins Ross to clear up the confusion around Credit Card Points and taxes for business owners, side hustlers, and real estate investors. From statement credits to partnership distributions, Rachel explains how to enjoy Credit Card Points without triggering surprise tax issues.


You will learn when redeemed rewards are taxable, why statement credits can raise your net income, and how to keep personal and business spending clean in your books. We cover S corp vs LLC considerations, meal and travel documentation, mileage logs, referral 1099s, bank bonus interest, and annual fee treatment. With simple systems like QuickBooks or Excel, you can track costs, reconcile accounts, and maximize Credit Card Points the right way. If you love Points & Miles but want to stay compliant, this is your playbook. Subscribe to never miss an episode.


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Are Credit Card Points Taxable? Best Practices for Business Owners, Investors, and Side Hustlers with CPA Rachel Earl

Are Credit Card Points Taxable? Best Practices for Business Owners, Investors, and Side Hustlers with CPA Rachel Earl

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