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How does buying your first home affect your taxes?
Buying your first home can have significant tax implications, both in terms of tax deductions and tax credits. Here are a few ways that buying your first home can affect your taxes:
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Mortgage interest deduction: You may be able to deduct the interest you pay on your mortgage from your taxable income. This can significantly reduce your tax bill, particularly in the early years of your mortgage when you are paying a lot of interest.
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Property tax deduction: You can also deduct the property taxes you pay on your home from your taxable income. This deduction can be particularly beneficial if you live in a high-tax state or own a high-value home.
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Home office deduction: If you work from home, you may be able to deduct a portion of your housing expenses, such as rent, mortgage interest, utilities, and insurance, as a home office deduction.
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Energy efficiency tax credits: If you make energy-efficient improvements to your ho...
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We Are Pleased to Announce...
Virginia Rose, President & CEO of Lewith & Freeman Real Estate is pleased to announce that Jenna Carrato has been named Agent Services Coordinator. In this position, Jenna will provide one-on-one marketing and advertising services to Lewith & Freeman Realtors.
Jenna has been a valuable part of Lewith & Freeman for over six years and originally started her role within the company office as Sales and Marketing Administrative Assistant. Jenna earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing and Management from The Pennsylvania State University and a Master of Science in Management from Duquesne University. Prior to her positions at Lewith & Freeman, Jenna worked in the hospitality industry at a local NEPA family-owned...
