Employees working from home

Home office expenses

If you’re an employee who works from home during the coronavirus pandemic, you may be able to claim a deduction for expenses relating to that work.

If you are working from home, always remember to keep records and receipts for your home office expenses, along with a record of the hours you work from home.

Keeping good records NOW will help to get your deductions right at tax time.

Download the ATO’s PDF poster to help you better understand what you can claim or call Notch Above Bookkeeping on 1300 015 130.

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Disclaimer: This is general advice only. For specific income tax advice please consult a registered tax agent. Source: (2020) Ato.gov.au. Available at: https://www.ato.gov.au/uploadedFiles/Content/IND/Downloads/Working-from-home.pdf