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QBI deduction for freelancers

20% of profit

Can You Write Off QBI Deduction for Freelancers?

Short answer: Yes: most freelancers deduct 20% of net business income, with limits for high-earning service businesses.

The 2026 threshold is about $200,000 single and $400,000 joint before limits apply.

Records to keep: Keep receipts, 1099s or W-2s, a mileage log, and a note of the business purpose. W-2 employees should ask about employer reimbursement.