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SensibleandHourly
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September 18, 2023
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Homebased business when the business is in a separate building?

  • September 18, 2023
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Good morning community, 

I have a client who is considering a major home improvement project including building a home office on their property. The proposed office would be very close to their home but separate. Does this arrangement preclude them from claiming home business expenses? 

Thank you for any who have a moment to respond, 

Dawn 

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Best answer by Terry53029

You can deduct expenses for a separate free-standing structure, such as a studio, workshop, garage, or barn, if you use it exclusively and regularly for your business. The structure does not have to be your principal place of business or a place where you meet patients, clients, or customers. Here is a link for you to research.

https://www.irs.gov/publications/p587#en_US_2022_publink1000226315

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Intuit Community Champion
September 18, 2023

You can deduct expenses for a separate free-standing structure, such as a studio, workshop, garage, or barn, if you use it exclusively and regularly for your business. The structure does not have to be your principal place of business or a place where you meet patients, clients, or customers. Here is a link for you to research.

https://www.irs.gov/publications/p587#en_US_2022_publink1000226315

SensibleandHourly
Level 6
September 18, 2023

Thank you!!!