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Kiplinger
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Rocky Mengle

Home Office Tax Deduction: Work From Home Write-Offs in 2026

Office setup with desk and chair in a green color scheme .

If you spend time working from your guest room or garage, you likely feel the sting of unreimbursed office expenses. From printer ink and paper to the cost of maintaining a dedicated workspace, out-of-pocket costs can add up.

The good news is that a home office tax deduction exists to help certain taxpayers recoup these expenses on their federal income tax return.

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