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by Paul D. Pearlstein I. Introduction This chapter will highlight a few of the basic tax laws that affect real estate. There will be no attempt to deal with the complexities of tax law in any great detail. However, a bibliography at the end of the ch
Continue reading >>Tax breaks encourage buying second homes Now you can trade down to a less expensive house and use the profit from the sale of the larger place as a down payment on a second home. Here's a quick look at the tax rules that apply to second homes. Mortgage
Continue reading >>Construction and Real Estate Tax Changes as of Jan. 2, 2013 The American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 (the Act), passed January 2, 2013, includes a number of construction and real estate related provisions important to the affordable housing, economic dev
Continue reading >>Introduction In an effort to stimulate the economy, the federal government allows you to claim a tax credit that covers a portion of the costs to purchase a new home. If you are eligible to claim the credit, the IRS requires you to complete Form 5405 and
Continue reading >>Updated for Tax Year: 2012 If your home-renovation project includes the installation of energy-efficient equipment, a tax credit may be available to you. Renovating your home can be an expensive endeavor, especially since you can't claim a federal tax d
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