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.
Video tips: Different Tax Treatments for House Flippers
Planning on flipping houses? Make sure to learn about the tax treatments of dealers, investors, and homeowners. Check out this helpful video for a quick summary of what you should know.
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, […]