Expense policy question- what is better per diem (about $50/day) or no limit/reasonable expense reimbursement like Deloitte. Why is one better than other?

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Actuals require more time filing expenses which isn't really fun. Plus, client or PM can object to specific line items (happens at my firm at least). Just a PIA for everyone.

If a per-deim rate is reasonable then I'd take that every day. Let me manage the money and decide what to spend it on.

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Depends on your lifestyle. If you need to be having $30 dinners with drinks, then per diem is not the life. If you're okay with cheaper meals and live more frugally, then per diem is better

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I prefer actuals, and in fact I loved that PwC set actual limits ($75/100 by city) because it took away any “reasonable” ambiguity.

I think actuals are more appropriate and transparent both for clients and staff.

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No limit/reasonable expense would be my preference...live life king size, when you work like a slave. At least, feel your efforts are worth it..

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How much do people usually spend that is “reasonable"? Seems like the same as limited versus unlimited PTO where people are scared to use much

On travel days I probably spend around $100 on meals just because of how expensive airport food is

per diem is a little bit better because if you end up in a middle of nowhere you can take home money to spend at home. If you are in high cost area you usually end up even.

Per diem because I get to pocket the rest. Tbh idk what kind of diet I’d have with a no limit. Sounds like a recipe for weight gain

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