Can I deduct a home office?
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Reviewed against multiple sourcesPossibly — if you're self-employed and use space regularly and exclusively for business. Employee eligibility is far more limited. Confirm current-year rules and your filing status before claiming.
Why we believe this
AI models agree that a home office deduction is generally available only for space used regularly and exclusively for business, and that employees vs. self-employed are treated very differently. They diverge on specifics like the simplified-vs-actual method and current limits, which change yearly and by jurisdiction.
Supporting evidence
IRS Publication 587
Official guidance on business use of your home.
Your country/state tax authority
For non-U.S. or state-specific rules.
A licensed tax professional
For your specific filing situation.
What could change this answer
- Current-year rules, limits, and method details, which change annually.
- Whether you qualify as self-employed vs. employee for this purpose.
- Your jurisdiction's specific treatment.
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