Yes, if you are an independent contractor, you can make a home office deduction against your self-employed income if you qualify.
To qualify for the home office deduction, you must meet one of these criteria:
- Exclusive and regular use: You must use a portion of your house, apartment, condominium, mobile home, boat or similar structure for your business on a regular basis. This also includes structures on your property, such as an unattached studio, barn, greenhouse or garage. It doesn't include any part of a taxpayer's property used exclusively as a hotel, motel, inn, or similar business.
- Principal place of business: Your home office must be either the principal location of your business or a place where you regularly meet with customers or clients. Some exceptions to this rule include day care and storage facilities.
Please read this TurboTax article for more information.
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