If you're self-employed, can you deduct local transportation related to your work (going to clients)? This would be for subway and cabs for transporting supplies. Thanks!

djkuan · ‎June 6, 2019

AlanT · ‎June 6, 2019

Yes, If you’re self-employed or own a business, you can deduct work-related travel expenses, including vehicles, airfare, lodging, and meals. The expenses must be ordinary and necessary.

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Carl · ‎June 6, 2019

Just to clarify one thing here if I may.
Commuting expenses from your home to your office are never deductible. However, if you claim a home office and your home is your "Priciple place of business", then it's not a problem or an issue.

AlanT · ‎June 6, 2019

Where did he say it was for commuting?

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If you're self-employed, can you deduct local transportation related to your work (going to clients)? This would be for subway and cabs for transporting supplies. Thanks!