My husband started working as an independent contractor for a local company. I know we have to pay taxes on his income. But, what I am curious about is what can I deduct come tax time. Travel expenses would include gas, and food. But what else would be added to this.

Meg:

Books have been written about what deductions an independent contractor can claim.

You would be best served by using a local tax professional with experience doing Schedule C returns to get the most out of deductions on the Schedule C.