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March
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5 Tax Breaks That Homeowners Get & Renters Don't

There are a ton of benefits of owning a home: stability, equity and the ability toleverage your home for other goals and investments. Another huge benefit of homeownership is the tax benefits - including both credits and deductions.

If you're looking for one more reason to make 2016 the year you transition from tenant to owner, here are a fast five that you can choose from...
 

Tax Break #1: Mortgage Interest Deductions


Unfortunately, rent paid is rarely tax deductible. Mortgage interest on the other hand, is ALWAYS deductible. According to a recent article by Dona DeZube, at the end of every year, the average homeowner has paid $9,540 in interest on their mortgage.

Add to that the fact that in the first few years, nearly...

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March
1

7 Rental Property Deductions That Landlords Often Overlook

 
There's an awful lot of sweat equity associated with owning a rental property. There are often mortgages to pay, taxes and insurance, maintenance and repairs, management fees, costs associated with visiting the property and more. The good news is that many of these annual expenses can be deducted when tax t...

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