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Self employed

Yes, if your trading activities qualify you as a day trader, you can take home office deduction and the percentage of internet bill that is used for your day trading business. 

All of the following requirements must be satisfied in order for you to be considered a day trader. 

  • Your intention is making profit from daily trading of securities
  • It is a substantial activity
  • You carry on the activity continually and regularly

You will file Schedule C to claim the expenses incurred in the trading activities as a day trader.

What is a ‘trader’ of securities and how do I qualify for it?

Traders in Securities (Information for Form 1040 or 1040-SR Filers)

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