I’m a teacher (10th grade science). I have an office in my home in which I grade papers, write lesson plans, and maintain student grades. I only use the office for that work. It has my desk, computer, and internet line. Does this count for a valid home office tax deduction?
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not if you have a desk and all the requirements at your work
No, and this is why. You have chosen to maintain a home office, it is not required by your employer. You could do this work at school. As such, it is not eligible for a tax write-off by the IRS.
To claim a HoD your home must be your principal place of business. If you are an employee the home office must be for your employer’s convenience, not yours. Sorry but you fail on both counts.
You can take an above the line adjustment for any school supplies (up to $250) that are used in the classroom that you had to purchase because they were not supplied by the school but are required in order for you to do your job. That would NOT include any of the costs of the home office though.
No, as it is not required.
Also, that deduction is an audit magnet. Not worth it.
It does not qualify for any of the reasons that you mention. It might possibly qualify for other reasons.
For employees who receive a W-2, it qualifies only if, in addition to meeting the other requirements, it is either required by your employer or the only place where you can do the work (this mainly applies to telecommuters). If you have the option to do the grading, etc., at the school, then it does not qualify. For independent contractors who receive a Form 1099-MISC, this rule does not apply.