Homeownership
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6 extreme ways to go frugal and save
How far would you go to save a buck? Find out how you could save $10,000 — or more — each year.
5 min read Mar 11, 2022 -
Woman ineligible for homebuyer tax credit
Even if you have no ownership interest in your spouse’s home, you cannot get a tax credit.
2 min read Oct 23, 2019 -
Sell your junk for cash
If your garage and closets are overflowing with stuff you don’t use, clean up and get some cash.
3 min read Sep 13, 2021 -
Ex cannot claim mortgage interest deduction
Because the ex won’t make house payments, she can’t take any deductions relating to her former home.
2 min read Dec 08, 2020 -
4 alternative wedding registries
Is your pre-nup message, "Forget the china; give us money?" OK, but don’t offend the wedding guests.
3 min read Apr 06, 2022 -
Is depreciation recapture necessary?
A couple who sold rental property wonders what forms they need to recapture depreciation.
3 min read Jun 03, 2021 -
7 housing tax laws you don’t want to miss
If you’re a homeowner or thinking of becoming one, these tax laws could save you money.
6 min read Oct 27, 2022 -
Tax losses on the sale of a rental home
A vacation home that was converted to a rental will be sold at a $100,000 loss. How is it taxed?
2 min read Apr 06, 2022 -
More twists on the homebuyer tax credit
A couple with a home inside an LLC wants to buy it and claim the first-time homebuyer tax credit.
2 min read Feb 02, 2021 -
2 big homeownership expenses to deduct
These home-related costs get special treatment at tax time, thanks to modifications in the law.
4 min read Dec 20, 2020