Identify the requirements for claiming the home office deduction.
This topic will go in depth into practical guidance for calculating the home office deduction, as well as present recent IRS cases. The knowledge, tax saving guidance and tools on properly reporting will assist you in helping to reduce your tax liability and reduce your chances of an IRS audit.
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Agenda
Requirements for Claiming the Home Office Deduction
- Define the Home Office
- Identify the Business Entities Allowed to Claim the Home Office Deduction
Components Comprising the Home Office Deduction
- Determine the Amount of the Simplified Method
- Know the Expenses Comprising the Actual Method
- Select Between the Two Methods
The Benefits of the Home Office Deduction
- Apply the Home Office Deduction to Reduce Tax Liability
- Claim Other Deductions Related to the Home Office
The Potential Pitfalls That Could Trigger an IRS Audit
- Review Recent Court Cases That Show Actions That Should Not Be Followed
- Statistics Regarding IRS Audits by Entity Type
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Credits
OnDemand Course
This course was last revised on November 13, 2019.
Call 1-866-352-9540 for further credit information.
This program does NOT qualify, nor meet the National Standard for NASBA accreditation.
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Faculty

Lawrence M. Raigrodski, CPA
Lawrence M. Raigrodski, CPA
- Self-employed CPA for 7 years at Lawrence M. Raigrodski, CPA practice with an emphasis in operational, financial planning and tax advisory services for small business clients and individuals
- Member of the Maryland Association of Certified Public Accountants, American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and Maryland Society of Accountants
- Worked for the Internal Revenue Service for 5 years as an analyst
- Worked for National Institute of Health for 28 years as a budget analyst
- Registered investment advisor
- B.S. degree in accounting, University of Maryland, College Park
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