You've been planning your business launch for months. You've got the venue booked, the invitations sent, and now you're shopping for the perfect outfit to make your big entrance. As you're about to hit 'buy' on that stunning dress, a thought crosses your mind: "This is for my business launch… can I claim it as a business expense?"

As a business owner, every mile you drive for work could be putting money back in your pocket – but only if you're claiming it correctly.

One of the most common questions I hear is: "Can I claim this as a business expense?" It sounds simple, but the line between business and personal expenses can be surprisingly blurry – especially when you're working from home or using personal items for business purposes.

Many business owners miss out on valuable tax savings simply because they don't know what's allowable