Deductions & Write-Offs
“Will the IRS look harder at me if I claim a home office deduction, and is it worth it?”
A home office deduction can sometimes draw extra attention, but the overall picture usually depends on how the space is used, whether the deduction fits the rest of the return, and how well the records support the claim. In many cases, the question is less about whether it is allowed in theory and more about whether the workspace is regular, exclusive, and documented in a way that matches the income activity. The practical value often comes down to the size of the deduction, the type of work being done, and how much effort is needed to keep the supporting records organized. A targeted review with a CPA can turn the uncertainty into a clear next step.
In your 30-minute session, the KGOB advisor handling it will:
- Read your exact situation and tell you, in plain English, what’s actually going on.
- Lay out your options and the trade-offs — no jargon, no judgment.
- Give you a clear next step you can act on, whether that’s with us or on your own.
“As a freelancer, can I write off my home office?”
“As a freelancer, can I write off my phone and internet?”
“As a freelancer, can I write off my car?”
“As a freelancer, can I write off business travel?”
“I incurred massive personal credit card debt to fund my struggling business, is the crippling interest I pay on those cards tax deductible?”
“Can I deduct my new home office using the actual expense method without immediately triggering a red flag audit from the IRS?”
This page is a prompt to start a conversation, not tax or legal advice, and states no tax-law specifics as fact. A consult session does not by itself create an ongoing engagement. We do not promise specific outcomes or savings. Kohari Gonzalez Oneyear & Brown PLLC — Charlotte, NC.
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