About Can I Deduct This?
Clear answers. Real guidance. No guesswork.
Why This Site Exists
Taxes are confusing — especially when it comes to deductions. Whether you’re wondering about medical expenses, trying to maximize business write-offs, or figuring out home-related deductions, most answers online are vague, outdated, or buried in jargon.
Can I Deduct This was built to simplify that process. Alex draws on real-world experience across multiple industries and life as a work-from-home parent to write guides that reflect how people actually live — not how accountants think they should.
Our Approach
Every guide on this site is built around three core pillars:
Medical & Health
Vision, dental, therapy, prescriptions, medical travel
Business Expenses
Mileage, internet, software, advertising, travel
Home & Property
Mortgage interest, home office, property taxes, repairs
Each guide connects back to official IRS publications and is written to help you understand what qualifies, how to document it, and how to claim it correctly. We also built free calculators to help you put a real dollar number on your deductions before you file.
Free Deduction Calculators
Beyond guides, we’ve built three free tools that calculate your actual deduction in under two minutes:
- Medical Expense Calculator — Did your costs clear the 7.5% AGI threshold?
- Business Mileage Calculator — What is your driving worth at 67¢/mile?
- Home Office Calculator — Simplified vs. actual method, side by side
Your results save automatically to a personal deduction dashboard — no account required.
Built for Real People
This site isn’t written for tax attorneys. It’s built for individuals, families, freelancers, small business owners, and anyone asking the simple question: “Can I deduct this?”
Alex has worked across multiple industries and now runs his work from home while raising a young daughter, giving him real-world insight into managing personal and business finances. The guides here are based on IRS publications, official tax resources, and practical experience — written to help you understand deductions clearly, calculate potential savings, and make informed decisions without the confusion or jargon found elsewhere.
Last updated: February 14, 2026 | Tax year: 2025
Our Editorial Standards
Every guide on this site is held to a strict editorial standard so you can trust what you read:
- Researched from primary sources — We start with official IRS publications, the Internal Revenue Code, and Treasury Regulations — not other blogs.
- Expert-reviewed — Content is cross-checked against official IRS guidance before publication. Where needed, we consult licensed CPAs and Enrolled Agents.
- Regularly updated — Tax law changes every year. We review and refresh articles to reflect the latest IRS guidance and legislative changes.
- Transparent corrections — When we get something wrong, we fix it clearly and promptly. You can flag anything on our Community Q&A page.
- No affiliate conflicts — We do not earn commissions by recommending tax software or financial products. Our only goal is accuracy.
Authoritative Sources We Rely On
We anchor every answer in official, government-verified sources. Here are the primary references behind everything on this site:
- IRS.gov — The official Internal Revenue Service website: all forms, publications, and official guidance.
- IRS Publications Library — In-depth IRS guides covering every deduction category, from medical expenses to home office rules.
- IRS Small Business & Self-Employed Tax Center — Essential reading for freelancers, sole proprietors, and small business owners.
- Internal Revenue Code (Title 26, U.S. Code) — The actual tax law as written by Congress.
- U.S. Department of the Treasury — Policy and regulatory updates that impact tax law.
- Congress.gov — Track all federal tax legislation, past and present.
- U.S. Tax Court — Official court opinions that clarify how deduction rules are applied in practice.
- Tax Foundation — America’s leading nonpartisan tax policy research organization.
- Urban-Brookings Tax Policy Center — Rigorous, independent federal and state tax policy analysis.
Need a Licensed Tax Professional?
This site is for educational purposes only and does not replace professional advice. If your situation is complex, we recommend consulting a licensed professional. Here are trusted directories to help you find one:
- AICPA — Find a CPA — The world’s largest CPA member organization’s professional directory.
- NAEA — Find an Enrolled Agent — Federally licensed tax practitioners who specialize in taxation.
- IRS — How to Choose a Tax Professional — Official IRS guidance on selecting a trustworthy tax preparer.