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June 6, 2019
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Are home utilities expenses deductible? No home office. No working from home.

  • June 6, 2019
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Only business expenses are deductible. If you have an expense that is not related to a home office, you can deduct it on the appropriate line. However, if you wish to take utilities, or any deduction directly related to the home, you must have a home office.

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VolvoGirl
Level 15
June 6, 2019
Then what do you want to deduct them for if you aren't using a home office?
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June 6, 2019

Only business expenses are deductible. If you have an expense that is not related to a home office, you can deduct it on the appropriate line. However, if you wish to take utilities, or any deduction directly related to the home, you must have a home office.