I accepted a new job and will be working from home. I will not be deducting indirect expenses, but can i deduct direct expenses such as a new work desk?

vincentken · ‎June 4, 2019

IreneS · ‎June 4, 2019

No. Employee business expense deductions have been repealed from 2018 to 2025.

However, if you are self-employed and use a home office for your business, you can deduct the expenses.

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vincentken · ‎June 4, 2019

My work space is not separated, but in my basement which is open, so i cannot deduct indirect expenses.

IreneS · ‎June 4, 2019

No. Employee business expense deductions have been repealed from 2018 to 2025.

However, if you are self-employed and use a home office for your business, you can deduct the expenses.

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xmasbaby0 · ‎June 4, 2019

If you are a W-2 employee, you cannot deduct any job-related expenses, including your home office. Sorry.

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I accepted a new job and will be working from home. I will not be deducting indirect expenses, but can i deduct direct expenses such as a new work desk?