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The Home Office Tax Deduction

When you use part of your home for business, you may be able to deduct a percentage of many of the costs of running your home, such as utilities, rent, insurance, depreciation, mortgage interest, real estate taxes, and some casualty losses, repairs, and improvements (if they relate to the part of the house you use for business). The home office deduction is available to renters and homeowners alike.

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Use Written Service Contracts for Your Clients
Independent contractors can avoid trouble by putting client agreements in writing.

Preserving Your Status as an Independent Contractor
Follow these strategies to avoid being reclassified as an employee.

Working as an Independent Contractor FAQ
Quick answers for consultants, freelancers, and contractors.

Formalize Your Freelance Business

  1. Consider a formal business structure.
  2. Name your business.
  3. Consider office space.
  4. Get licenses and permits.
  5. Shop for insurance.
  6. Set the right prices.
  7. Use a basic bookkeeping system.
  8. Market yourself.
  9. Plan for tax time.
  10. Follow the rules if you hire employees.

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