Are home office expenses still tax deductible in 2025

[charlie]

Quick question—are home office expenses still tax deductible in 2025? I’ve heard the rules changed during the pandemic, but I’m not sure what applies now. Has anyone recently claimed this deduction, and what are the current guidelines?

 

[peterkavinsky]

Yes, in 2025 home office expenses are still deductible, but only for self-employed individuals or business owners who use the space exclusively for work. Employees working from home cannot claim this deduction.

 

[Lucky]

Yes, home office expenses remain tax-deductible in 2025 if you meet IRS requirements. To qualify, the space must be used exclusively and regularly for work purposes. Eligible deductions include a portion of rent, utilities, internet, office supplies, and depreciation. Self-employed individuals and remote workers should maintain detailed records to claim these deductions during tax filing.

 

[Olivia]

Yes! If you’re self-employed, you can still deduct home office expenses in 2025. You can write off a part of your rent, utilities, and stuff like that—but only if you use a space in your home just for work.If you’re an employee, unfortunately, you can’t deduct home office costs anymore.

Want me to explain how to calculate the deduction?

 

[Rick_Grimes]

If you’re self-employed, yes — home office expenses are still deductible in 2025. You can claim a portion of rent, utilities, internet, and maintenance based on how much of your home is used for business.

If you’re a regular employee, no — you generally can’t deduct home office costs unless your employer requires you to work from home and you’re not reimbursed (rules vary by country).

Always double-check with the latest IRS or local tax authority updates before filing.

 

[Shane Warne]

In the case of most ordinary workers, such expenses of home offices are not allowable at the moment. Only self-employed individuals or small business owners who dedicate a certain part of their residences solely to work can continue to take the deduction in 2025.

 

[robertwilliam]

Absolutely, home office costs are still permissible as tax deductions in 2025, but as a rule, they are applicable to self-employed persons, independent contractors, and freelancers only. usually, W-2 employees who do their work from home are not allowed to claim this deduction.

 

[Sophie]

In the year 2025, home office expenses become tax deductible only for those who are self-employed and use their home exclusively for business. W-2 employees who are working from home do not get the deduction.

 

[Lucas]

Yes, home office expenses are tax-deductible in 2025 only for self-employed people who use part of their home regularly and exclusively for business. Employees can’t claim this deduction.