Homeownership
Find tips for paying off your mortgage, refinancing to a better interest rate and boosting your home's value.
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Homebuyer tax credit extended, expanded
In 2009, lawmakers improved the homebuyer tax credit. Find out how it reduces your tax bill.
5 min read Mar 11, 2022 -
Capital gains tax exclusions of $1.5 mil?
It takes time, a good market and homebuilding skills to claim $1.5 million in tax exclusions.
2 min read Sep 03, 2021 -
7 new tax laws to know
Several new tax laws made it into the IRS Code. See which ones might help cut your tax bill.
4 min read Mar 11, 2022 -
Tax credit claims could limit Free File
The IRS’s Free File option is back. But this year, tax credits could leave some filers out.
4 min read Mar 11, 2022 -
Sales tax deduction for a new roof?
When it comes to home renovations like a new roof, the sales tax deduction can get confusing.
2 min read Oct 23, 2019 -
10 astute tax moves in 2010
Start saving today on next year’s taxes with these simple strategies for lowering your IRS bill.
5 min read Mar 11, 2022 -
5 ways to slash home energy bills
High home energy bills zapping your wallet? These five steps can save power and juice savings.
4 min read Oct 23, 2019 -
Figuring depreciation on a rental
The rules for depreciating a home that was converted to a rental can get tricky.
2 min read Nov 09, 2020 -
Will a refinance result in higher taxes?
Borrowing against your rental was smart while prices rose. But sell now and you still owe taxes.
2 min read Jul 29, 2020 -
Pay IRA penalty or foreclose?
To save a home with nearly $200,000 in equity, be willing to pay a penalty — or maybe not.
3 min read Oct 22, 2019