Filing taxes is never what most rational folks would call “fun,” but if you own a home, the onerous process may at least lead to a nice bit of delayed gratification down the road. Because if you have ...

This tax season, one of housing’s biggest breaks looks more lopsided than ever—and the second-home piece is drawing new scrutiny.

Run the numbers: For 2025, the standard deduction is $31,500 for married couples and $15,750 for singles. If your total itemized deductions — including mortgage interest, charitable giving, and state ...

At a time when millions of would-be homebuyers are locked out of the market, a select group of homeowners is claiming a huge tax break—for second homes. Known as the mortgage interest deduction, this ...