My new CPA doubts that I may have a home office. First, he does not understand the administrative possibilities. Second, he says that because I have an office outside the home, I am precluded from having the home office. What are your thoughts on this? (B.F.M., Cincinnati, Ohio)

You easily qualify for the home-office deduction. Perhaps the best way to have your CPA understand this is to ask him or her to read ... Log in to view full article.