Maximizing tax deductions on your home office (for your real estate business or other side hustle)

Lydia PatelJun 14, 202414m 35s1.2K viewsScore 75
Regulations & Compliance
intermediate
home office deduction
tax savings
real estate business
side hustle
IRS rules
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Summary

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Learn how to maximize tax deductions for your home office, whether for a real estate business or a side hustle. This video covers qualification requirements, deductible expenses, and common mistakes to avoid, empowering you to keep more money in your pocket.

Key insights

  • Capital expenditures (like furniture) for your home office are depreciated over several years, but options like the De Minimis Safe Harbor, bonus depreciation, or Section 179 may allow for larger upfront deductions.

Mistakes to avoid

  • Failing to keep records throughout the year can lead to missed deductions and last-minute stress when trying to gather expenses.

Tools & resources

  • Stessatool

    Stessa is a free record-keeping software that can help manage and upload receipts for tax purposes.

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