Book sourcing trip calculator
Plan your next library book sale haul like a pro. Plug in your round-trip distance, vehicle MPG, local gas price, and expected profit per book to see fuel overhead, the IRS mileage write-off, and estimated net profit before you leave home.
Est. round-trip fuel expense$7.00
Est. IRS mileage write-off$33.50
Fuel overhead per book found$0.47 / book
Est. net profit (after fuel)$113.00
The IRS mileage rate shown is $0.67 per mile for business use. Always confirm the current IRS standard mileage rate for your tax year and consult a tax professional for advice.
How to use this for book sourcing
- Enter the full round-trip miles from your home or warehouse to the sale and back.
- Use your actual vehicle MPG and the gas price near you for the most accurate fuel estimate.
- Set a realistic target for books you expect to find and the average profit you expect per book after fees.
- Compare net profit across several sales to decide which trip is worth your time and tank.
Find your next sale
Once you know a trip is worth it, find a sale to hit.