Itemizing taxes

[larisakupris]

I have a smallish salary and work from home. Can I still write-off or itemize some of my expenses like Zoom and my cell phone bill? 

[bkaytaxes]

Hello @larisakupris,

That is a great question.  Unfortunately as a employee you are no longer able to deduct unreimbursed job expenses.  A few years ago the tax laws changed substantially.  One of the major changes was that employees expenses are no longer deductible on Schedule A (Itemized Deductions) unless your job was one of a few limited occupations:  

• Reservists in the armed forces.
• Qualified performing artists.
• Fee-basis state or local government officials.
• Employees with work expenses related to an impairment.

The good news is you can still itemize and   deduct other eligible personal expenses  on Schedule A,  like mortgage interest, car registration, sales tax and medical.    Here is a great article that shares what is still deductible:  Itemized Deductions 

Wishing you the best and reach out if you have additional questions.