How much home office deduction can I take for 2026 or 2027 planning?
Use this home office deduction calculator to compare simplified and actual expense methods for a qualifying business workspace. It estimates deduction value from square footage, business-use percentage, and eligible home expenses.
home office deduction calculator
Quick answer
A home office deduction generally requires regular and exclusive business use. The simplified method uses a rate per square foot, while the actual method allocates eligible home expenses by business-use percentage.
Also answers
- simplified home office deduction
- actual expense home office calculator
- Schedule C home office deduction
- business use of home calculator
Good fit when
- Comparing simplified and actual methods
- Estimating Schedule C home office deduction
- Planning recordkeeping for home business use
Have ready
- Office and home square footage
- Mortgage, rent, utilities, insurance, and repairs
- Business-use percentage and method choice
Result you get
Estimated home office deduction by method.
How this calculation works
- Simplified method multiplies office square feet by $5 up to 300 sq ft.
- Actual method allocates home expenses by office-use percentage.
- Compares both methods to show potential deductions.
Common mistakes and caveats
- Home office deductions may be limited by business income.
- Expenses must be properly allocated between personal and business use.
- Rules differ for employees versus self-employed filers.
FAQ
Is the simplified method limited?
Yes. The simplified method uses $5 per square foot up to 300 square feet.
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