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Business Deduction Guides

See what business expenses may be deductible, how to document them properly, and how to maximize legal write-offs for your LLC.

Home Office Deduction

Deduct a portion of your home expenses if you use part of your home regularly and exclusively for business.

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Vehicle & Mileage

Deduct actual car expenses or use the IRS standard mileage rate for business driving.

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Software & Subscriptions

Most business software, cloud tools, and subscriptions are fully deductible in the year purchased.

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Contractor & Employee Costs

Payments to contractors and employee wages are generally deductible business expenses.

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Travel & Meals

Business travel is generally deductible. Meals may be 50% deductible when business-related.

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Equipment & Depreciation

Deduct the cost of business equipment through Section 179 or standard depreciation rules.

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GuideRead TimeUpdated
What Can an LLC Write Off? The Complete List 14 min May 12, 2026
Home Office Deduction: Rules and How to Claim It 10 min May 10, 2026
Vehicle Deduction: Standard Mileage vs Actual Expenses 11 min May 8, 2026
Section 179 Deduction: Equipment and Property Write-Offs 9 min May 6, 2026
Business Meals Deduction: What Qualifies in 2026 8 min May 4, 2026
How to Track Business Expenses for Your LLC 12 min May 2, 2026

Deduction FAQs

An LLC can deduct ordinary and necessary business expenses including home office, vehicle use, software, contractor payments, business travel, meals (50%), marketing, insurance, professional services, and more. This can lower your net profit and subsequently lower your self-employment tax.
The home office deduction allows you to deduct a portion of your home expenses (rent, mortgage interest, utilities) based on the percentage of your home used regularly and exclusively for business. There are two methods: simplified ($5/sq ft, up to 300 sq ft) or regular (actual expenses).
Yes. The IRS allows you to deduct up to $5,000 in startup costs and $5,000 in organizational costs in your first year. Costs exceeding those limits must be amortized over 180 months.
Yes, you should keep receipts and records for all business deductions. For expenses over $75, you generally need a receipt. The IRS can audit up to 3 years back (6 years in some cases), so keep records accordingly.

Disclaimer: Information on this site is for educational purposes only and does not replace advice from a qualified CPA, attorney, financial advisor, or tax professional. Laws and rules change frequently. Always verify with official sources.

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