06/17/2026
Here's something that might sting a little:
Most small business owners overpay on their taxes every single year — not because they did anything wrong, but because they simply didn't know what they could deduct.
Every missed deduction is money you already earned. And you deserve to keep it.
Here are some of the most commonly missed deductions for small business owners:
✅ Home office — if you have a dedicated workspace at home, a portion of your rent, mortgage, and utilities may be deductible
✅ Mileage & vehicle expenses — every mile driven for business has real dollar value; are you tracking it?
✅ Software & subscriptions — tools you use to run your business are often fully deductible
✅ Professional development & education — courses, books, coaching, and conferences related to your business qualify
✅ Health insurance premiums — self-employed owners may be able to deduct 100% of their premiums
This is just the beginning. There are dozens of deductions available to small business owners that never get claimed simply because nobody pointed them out.
This week's tax tip: Pull up last year's tax return and ask yourself — did I claim all of these? If not, let's talk about what you may have missed.
Ready to stop leaving money on the table?
Visit https://nightowltaxpro.com/small-business-help — let's make sure you're keeping everything you're entitled to.
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