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David earned consulting fees of $145,000 in 2020. He maintains his own office and pays for all business expenses. The Coles are adequately covered by the medical plan provided by Ellas employer but have chosen not to participate in its 401(k) retirement plan. David's employment-related expenses for 2020 are summarized below.

Airfare $8,800

Lodging 4,670

Meals from restaurants (during travel status) 4,800

Entertainment 3,600

Ground transportation (e.g., limos, rental cars, and taxis) 800

Business gifts 900

Office supplies (includes postage, overnight delivery, and copying) 1,500

The entertainment involved taking clients to sporting and musical events. The business gifts consisted of $50 gift certificates to a national restaurant. These were sent by David during the Christmas holidays to 18 of his major clients.

In addition, David drove his 2018 Ford Expedition 11,000 miles for business and 3,000 for personal use during 2020. He purchased the Expedition on August 15, 2017, and has always used the automatic (standard) mileage method for tax purposes. Parking and tolls relating to business use total $340 in 2020. Last, assume that Dave does not defer self-employment taxes.