08/03/2026
🏡 Homeownership may do more than build equity—it could also provide valuable tax benefits.
As year-end approaches, here are several potential savings homeowners should know about:
✅ **Mortgage Interest Deduction**
Homeowners who itemize may be able to deduct interest paid on qualifying mortgage debt of up to $750,000 for homes purchased after December 15, 2017. Eligibility and limits depend on how the loan was used and when the mortgage originated.
✅ **Property Tax Deduction**
For the 2026 tax year, eligible state and local income or sales taxes—including property taxes—may be deducted up to a combined limit of $40,400, or $20,200 for married couples filing separately. Income-based reductions may apply.
✅ **Home Office Deduction**
Self-employed homeowners who use part of their home regularly and exclusively for business may qualify to deduct certain expenses. The simplified method allows $5 per square foot for up to 300 square feet.
✅ **Home-Sale Capital Gains Exclusion**
When selling a primary residence, eligible homeowners may exclude up to $250,000 in profit—or up to $500,000 for qualifying married couples filing jointly. Generally, you must have owned and lived in the home for at least two of the five years before the sale.
⚠️ **Important Energy-Credit Update**
Federal credits for qualifying solar installations and energy-efficient home improvements generally ended for expenses or improvements made after December 31, 2025. Be cautious of older tax advice that still advertises these credits for new 2026 projects.
Don’t leave potential savings on the table. Save this post, gather your mortgage statements, property-tax records, home-office expenses, and closing documents, then speak with a qualified tax professional about what applies to your situation.
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