17 tax write offs for freelance developers 👨‍💻
As a freelancer there are many different tax forms you will have to keep track of, but don't miss your chance to write off all your expenses and get some of that cash back! We wanted to help out, so here is a list of the possibile write-offs you can claim. Need a hand keeping track? Get in touch with Keeper!
A new computer, cell phone, keyboard, printer, monitor, mouse, it all counts!
Write-off any hardware and software resources you need to do your job!
Office-related purchases like stationery, photocopies, and monitors are tax deductible.
Your monthly phone bills are expensive! Good thing the cost is partially deductible.
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Conferences and classes that help you keep up with the industry are tax deductible.
Website hosting fees, plugins, stock photos, and themes are tax deductible!
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Gas is expensive! A portion of your gas station fill ups are tax-deductible.
Oil changes, repairs, and regular checkups are all tax-deductible if you drive for work.
Car insurance, roadside assistance, registration costs, etc. are all tax-deductible.
Parking for a meeting downtown or other work trip is tax-deductible!
A toll while driving to or from a work destination is tax-deductible!
If you drive your own vehicle, you can write off the annual depreciation of its value!
A desk, chairs, lamps, and other home office necessities are all tax write offs.
Your Wi-Fi bill is a tax write off. You need internet to do your job!
Whether rental or homeowner insurance, you can write off a portion as part of home office.
Gotta keep the lights on in your home office! A portion of your electricity bill counts.
It'd be hard to work in an office without running water, huh? You water bill counts.
Whether you pay rent or own your home, a portion of those expenses are tax deductible.
If you discuss work with a coworker, client, or even a friend, it's a write-off!
Planes, trains, and car rentals are all work-related travel costs that can be written off.
When you travel for work, lodging expenses like hotel rooms and Airbnbs are write-offs.
When you're traveling for work, all meals are tax-deductible. Even takeout!
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