Homeownership

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  5 questions about the homebuyer tax credit

  Does the IRS owe you a refund for the homebuyer tax credit? Here are a few answers.

  6 min read Feb 18, 2010
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  Homebuyer tax credit extended, expanded

  In 2009, lawmakers improved the homebuyer tax credit. Find out how it reduces your tax bill.

  5 min read Feb 04, 2010
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  Capital gains tax exclusions of $1.5 mil?

  It takes time, a good market and homebuilding skills to claim $1.5 million in tax exclusions.

  2 min read Feb 04, 2010
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  7 new tax laws to know

  Several new tax laws made it into the IRS Code. See which ones might help cut your tax bill.

  4 min read Feb 01, 2010
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  Tax credit claims could limit Free File

  The IRS’s Free File option is back. But this year, tax credits could leave some filers out.

  4 min read Jan 27, 2010
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  Sales tax deduction for a new roof?

  When it comes to home renovations like a new roof, the sales tax deduction can get confusing.

  2 min read Jan 19, 2010
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  10 astute tax moves in 2010

  Start saving today on next year’s taxes with these simple strategies for lowering your IRS bill.

  5 min read Dec 29, 2009
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  5 ways to slash home energy bills

  High home energy bills zapping your wallet? These five steps can save power and juice savings.

  4 min read Dec 14, 2009
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  Figuring depreciation on a rental

  The rules for depreciating a home that was converted to a rental can get tricky.

  2 min read Nov 05, 2009
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  Will a refinance result in higher taxes?

  Borrowing against your rental was smart while prices rose. But sell now and you still owe taxes.

  2 min read Sep 22, 2009