The rise of remote work has transformed the traditional office concept, yet tax implications for remote workers differ significantly. The home office deduction, which helps reduce tax obligations for workspace expenses, predominantly applies to self-employed individuals or independent contractors. W-2 employees working from home typically cannot claim this deduction unless they engage in independent side businesses in their designated workspace. As remote work continues growing, understanding these tax nuances is essential for affected workers in 2025 and beyond.
"Though telework has become widespread for traditional W-2 employees, the home office deduction specifically applies to fully self-employed people or independent contractors who use a designated area for business."
"If you're a W-2 remote employee hired for a period of time to complete ongoing work on a company's payroll, you probably can't claim the home office deduction."
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