2 Mileage Log Requirements

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[Verse 1]
Every business trip you take in your car
The taxman wants to know just how far
From coffee meetings to client calls
Track each journey, log them all
Don't let deductions slip away
Keep records clear for judgment day

[Chorus]
Date and destination, purpose too
Kilometers driven, start to end of view
Odometer readings when the year begins
Mark it down when December ends
Four little pieces, that's the key
CRA requirements, follow faithfully

[Verse 2]
Started January with ninety-five thousand
Ended December at one-oh-eight thousand
Every single trip between those dates
Document clearly, don't leave to fate
From home to office, client to bank
Proper records keep you out of tank

[Chorus]
Date and destination, purpose too
Kilometers driven, start to end of view
Odometer readings when the year begins
Mark it down when December ends
Four little pieces, that's the key
CRA requirements, follow faithfully

[Bridge]
MileIQ can track it automatically
Or a spreadsheet works consistently
But choose your method, stick with one
Make it habit till the year is done
Technology helps but discipline wins
That's where proper logging begins

[Verse 3]
Tuesday morning, drove to see Ms. White
Consultation meeting, forty-five kilometer flight
Thursday afternoon to the supply store
Business purchases, thirty clicks or more
Every entry tells your business story
Detailed logs bring tax-time glory

[Chorus]
Date and destination, purpose too
Kilometers driven, start to end of view
Odometer readings when the year begins
Mark it down when December ends
Four little pieces, that's the key
CRA requirements, follow faithfully

[Outro]
When audit season comes around
Your mileage log keeps you safe and sound
Four columns strong, your business shield
Proper records make deductions real

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