Internal Revenue Service United States Department of the Treasury
Module 14: Self-Employment Income and Self-Employment Tax

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Self-employment Expenses

Self-employment expenses may include:

advertising
car and truck expenses
commissions paid
insurance
interest
legal and professional services
office expenses
rent or lease expenses
repairs and maintenance
supplies
taxes
business travel
business meals and entertainment
utilities, including telephone expenses

Tax Tip

Be sure to get more information about the rules for specific business expenses.

 

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