10 Feb
Can I Claim a Moving Expense Deduction if I Telecommute?
Line 26 on IRS form 1040 is for an income deduction for moving expenses. According to IRS Form 3903, it is not clear how moving applies to telecommuting jobs. The instructions say:
If you move to a new home because of a new principal workplace, you may be able to deduct your moving expenses whether you are self employed or an employee.
I telecommute full-time for my job and last year moved from Maryland to Georgia. The main reason for moving was just that we needed a bigger place and were ready to own our own home. I used to work at a desk in our bedroom, and now have a nice sized office in the new house where I can work comfortably. So I think I can make a case for moving to a new ‘principal workplace’ and claiming the expense. The moving expenses were significant and will be be nice to be able to deduct them.
