Alright friend, let’s talk about everyone’s favorite topic… taxes. 😂
Okay, maybe not favorite, but hey — if Uncle Sam is offering some legal write-offs for your home business, we’re not leaving that money on the table.
If you’re running your business from home — whether it’s art classes, photography, Airbnb hosting, network marketing, Bible journaling kits, digital downloads, whatever — you can deduct a whole bunch of everyday expenses. It’s like finding coupons in your couch cushions… but better.
Quick note: I’m not your accountant, I’m just your cheerleader with a laptop. Always chat with a tax pro to confirm what applies to you.
🏡 Home Office Deduction (The Big One!)
If you use part of your home regularly and exclusively for business, you can deduct a portion of your home expenses, like:
- Mortgage interest or rent
- Utilities (electricity, water, gas)
- Internet
- Homeowners insurance
- Property taxes
- Home repairs that affect your office space
Think of it like this:
If your house is baking a pizza and your business uses one slice, you can write off that slice. 🍕😆
💻 Tech + Office Supplies
Yes, friend — those late-night Amazon runs can count.
- Computer, laptop, tablet
- Printer & ink (ugh, that ink price should be illegal)
- Ring lights, microphones, tripods
- Software subscriptions (Canva, Zoom, email platforms)
- Office furniture
- Paper, pens, envelopes, labels
If it helps you run your business, it likely counts.
📱 Phone & Internet
Use your phone for calls, reels, biz messages, and Zooms?
Yep — you can deduct the business percentage of:
- Cell phone bill
- Internet bill
🚗 Mileage & Travel
Driving to meet a customer? Pick up supplies? Host a class?
Your miles = deduction gold.
Also deductible:
- Flights for business trips
- Hotels
- Rental cars
- Meals while traveling for business (50%)
Keep a mileage log — apps make it easy now.
🎨 Business Tools & Supplies
This one’s for the creators, artists, crafters, and online sellers:
- Art supplies (paint, brushes, canvases)
- Camera gear
- Craft tools and materials
- Product samples
- Inventory you sell
Basically, all those Hobby Lobby receipts finally have a purpose. 🙌
📚 Education & Training
Anything that helps you grow your biz:
- Courses
- Workshops
- Books
- Conferences (yes, even the one where you wrote notes and ate cookies 😂)
Investing in yourself pays off twice — in knowledge and tax breaks.
💕 Marketing & Biz Expenses
Money spent growing your business = deductible:
- Facebook/Instagram ads
- Website hosting and domains
- Business cards
- Branding photos
- Coaching / mentorship programs
- Payment processing fees (PayPal, Stripe, etc.)
🛍️ Business Gifts
Gifting customers or team members?
- Business gifts are deductible up to $25 per person per year
So go ahead — bless your people!
🎁 Bonus Deductions People Forget
- Postage & shipping supplies
- Uniform or branded shirts (yes, even your cute Shine On Sister shirts)
- Cleaning services for your office/studio
- Part of your Airbnb expenses if you’re running it as a business
Bottom Line
Having a home business isn’t just empowering — it’s financially smart when you use the deductions available to you.
You’re not “cheating the system.”
You’re following the rules smart entrepreneurs know.
God gave you a vision.
Uncle Sam gave you a deduction system.
Use both. 💪😉
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