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Take these important precautions now before key coronavirus relief programs expire
It’s an “in case of fire, break glass” kind of moment.
9 min read Dec 05, 2022 -
Biden Admin and housing: Tax credits for first-time homebuyers, more
Biden’s housing platform attacks affordability issues.
4 min read Nov 11, 2020 -
The surprising reasons home prices have held up in this recession
U.S. home prices rarely fall during recessions, and the latest downturn follows that pattern.
4 min read Sep 22, 2022 -
Ask Bankrate: Questions about mortgage rates, forbearance relief, real estate and more
Readers ask: How low can mortgage rates possibly go?
5 min read Oct 21, 2022 -
Short sale could beget hefty tax bills
The tax clock is ticking for homeowners considering short sale and facing foreclosure.
3 min read Sep 21, 2023 -
Avoiding taxes on a foreclosed rental
To avoid paying capital gains tax on a foreclosed rental, the homeowner has to consider bankruptcy.
3 min read Jan 12, 2021 -
How to report taxes on foreclosed homes
When the bank issues a 1099-A on foreclosed homes, there usually is no tax impact.
2 min read Oct 27, 2022 -
Pay IRA penalty or foreclose?
To save a home with nearly $200,000 in equity, be willing to pay a penalty — or maybe not.
3 min read Oct 22, 2019 -
Taxes on mortgage default
The bank’s actions will determine the tax consequences of walking away from your mortgage.
2 min read Jan 27, 2009
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