Which tax deductions are available for new homeowners?

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   Matthew StaubPro

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   Answered April 30, 2012 21:31. There are certain itemized deductions associated with home buying and ownership. The big deductions are the home mortgage interest deduction, which allows you to deduct the interest portion of your mortgage payments, and a deduction for real estate taxes. These would be included on your Schedule A. There is also the first time homebuyer credit, which will likely be very advantageous for you. There are caveats and limits on the items listed above, so it would be a good idea to consult a tax attorney or CPA. Additionally, you could read up on the following Publication: http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/p530.pdf

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