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Do you have a home-based business?
If you run your business from home and have a dedicated area set aside as a “place of business,” you may be eligible to claim occupancy and running expenses. Here are some key points to consider:
Claiming Expenses for a Home-Based Business
Dedicated Business Area:
- If you have a specific area in your home designated as a place of business, you can claim occupancy expenses such as rent or mortgage interest, council rates, land taxes, and house insurance premiums.
- Additionally, you can claim running expenses including electricity, phone and internet costs, and depreciation of office furniture and equipment.
Partial Home Use:
- If you don’t have a dedicated business area but still perform some work from home, you may be able to claim a deduction for the expenses related to the area you use.
- These deductions might include a portion of utility costs, internet, phone, and depreciation of work-related equipment.
Key Considerations
- Ensure you keep detailed records of your expenses and the portion of your home used for business purposes.
- The proportion of your home expenses that can be claimed as a deduction should accurately reflect the amount of time and space used for business activities.
For more information on claiming home-based business expenses, visit the ATO’s home-based business page.
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Source: www.business.vic.gov.au