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Excluding the Gain from a Home Sale

On December 22, 2017, The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act was signed into law. The information in this article predates the tax reform legislation and may not apply to tax returns starting in the 2018 tax year. You may wish to speak to your tax advisor about the latest tax law. This publication is provided […]

If You Are Facing Foreclosure, Here Are Tax Issues You Will Confront

Article Highlights: Mortgage Forbearance  Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac  Penalty Free Pension Plan Withdrawals  Cancellation of Debt Income  As part of the CARES Act, Congress provided temporary relief for homeowners with federally backed mortgages who were financially impacted by COVID-19. For those unable to keep up with their home mortgage payments, the relief provides mortgage […]

Flipping Homes – A Reviving Trend in Real Estate

On December 22, 2017, The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act was signed into law. The information in this article predates the tax reform legislation and may not apply to tax returns starting in the 2018 tax year. You may wish to speak to your tax advisor about the latest tax law. This publication is provided […]

What Are the Tax Advantages of Home Ownership?

Article Highlights: Historically Low Interest Rates  Purchase Costs  Points  Mortgage Payments  Refinancing  Property Taxes  Inflation  Gain Exclusion  Renting Versus Owning  Worksheet to Analyze Costs  Housing is a big expense for everyone. The choice generally involves either renting or purchasing – and financing that purchase with a home loan. As of November 2020, the nationwide average […]

Video: Tax Advantages of Home Ownership

Are you planning to buy your first home, upgrade from your existing one, or refinance your mortgage? Let’s take a look at some tax advantages and drawbacks of homeownership.

Renting Your Home or Vacation Home

On December 22, 2017, The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act was signed into law. The information in this article predates the tax reform legislation and may not apply to tax returns starting in the 2018 tax year. You may wish to speak to your tax advisor about the latest tax law. This publication is provided […]

Selling Your Home

On December 22, 2017, The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act was signed into law. The information in this article predates the tax reform legislation and may not apply to tax returns starting in the 2018 tax year. You may wish to speak to your tax advisor about the latest tax law. This publication is provided […]

Tax Rules for Home Flippers

Article Highlights: Definition of Flipping  Government Will Share in the Profits  Tax Treatment Depends on Being a Dealer, Investor or Homeowner  Distinguishing a Dealer from an Investor    With mortgage interest rates low, flipping real estate appears to be on the rise. This activity is even the theme of several popular reality TV shows. House […]

Contemplating Refinancing Your Home Mortgage? Things You Should Consider

Article Highlights: Is It Appropriate to Refinance Your Home Loan?  Refinance Costs  Interest Rates  Credit Score  Borrowing Additional Cash Mortgage Limit  Loan Term State Treatment  Itemizing Deductions  With home mortgage rates at historic lows, it may be appropriate for you to consider refinancing your current mortgage. However, refinancing may not always be the greatest idea, […]