Do you have tax questions related to COVID-19? Here are some answers

Posted by Kim Chen on June 26th, 2020

The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has affected many Americans’ finances. You may have questions about the implications. For example, if your employer is requiring you to work from home, can you claim home office deductions on your tax return? Unfortunately, if you’re an EMPLOYEE who telecommutes, home office expenses aren’t deductible through 2025. What about unemployment compensation? Is it taxable for federal tax purposes? Yes. This includes state unemployment benefits plus the temporary $600 per week from the federal government. (Benefits may also be taxed for state tax purposes.) Contact us if you have questions or need more information about these or other COVID-19-related tax issues.