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How Much of Property Taxes Are Tax-Deductible?

How Much of Property Taxes Are Tax-Deductible?

While property taxes can feel like a financial burden, the property tax deduction allows property owners the opportunity to write off those tax payments during tax season. However, it’s important to know how property taxes work, what’s deductible, and how much you can claim when you file your tax return.

Feb 16, 2022

What Is Form 1041 and What Is It Used For?

What Is Form 1041 and What Is It Used For?

IRS Form 1041 is used to report income for trusts and estates. For estates, the form is specifically designated to record income the estate earns after the estate's owner dies but before the distribution of assets to any beneficiaries. This is separate from a form 706 estate tax return.

Feb 15, 2022

What Is Form 4797 And What Is It Used For?

What Is Form 4797 And What Is It Used For?

When selling a business property or one that generates cash flow, IRS Form 4797 is used. The IRS defines the specific property types as business property. We’ll list these property types and discuss filling out Form 4797.

Feb 14, 2022

What Is a 6252 Tax Form and What Is It Used For?

What is a 6252 Tax Form and What Is It Used For?

When a property is sold for a gain, the investor may end up with a sizable tax bill. There are several ways to handle a large tax bill:

Feb 12, 2022

What Is Form 1098: Mortgage Interest Statement?

What is Form 1098: Mortgage Interest Statement?

Tax time typically brings a horde of paperwork in the mail. In addition to the common W2 and many iterations of Form 1099, there are other tax documents you might receive as well.

Feb 10, 2022

Where Do I Report Mortgage Interest On a 1040 Form?

Where Do I Report Mortgage Interest On a 1040 Form?

Home mortgage interest can be a valuable tax deduction for taxpayers who file returns with itemized deductions.

Feb 8, 2022

What Is Inheritance Tax and How Much Is It?

What Is Inheritance Tax and How Much Is It?

Back in the early 18th century, Christopher Bullock published his one-act play, “The Cobbler of Preston.” Based somewhat loosely on another, famed playwright’s “Taming of the Shrew,” Bullock introduced a somewhat innocuous phrase for its time: “’Tis impossible to be sure of any thing but Death and Taxes.”

Feb 7, 2022

What Is Federal Income Tax Liability?

What Is Federal Income Tax Liability?

Federal income tax is the largest source of revenue for the U.S. government, totaling $2 trillion in 2021, and is paid on a yearly or quarterly basis by individual taxpayers and organizations. Federal income tax applies to all forms of earnings that make up your taxable income, including wages, salaries, commissions, bonuses, tips, investment income, and types of unearned income.

Jan 28, 2022

Can You Deduct Property Taxes with a Standard Deduction?

Can You Deduct Property Taxes with a Standard Deduction?

Rental property ownership provides many tax advantages since there are a number of deductions that property owners can claim. The standard deduction is a simple, flat deduction that can be used in place of the itemized deduction. But if you use the standard deduction, can you still deduct property taxes?

Jan 27, 2022

How to Calculate Net Income Investment Tax (NIIT)

How to Calculate Net Income Investment Tax (NIIT)

The NIIT, or Net Income Investment Tax, is levied on passive income and is intended to help support the Affordable Care Act (although the revenue it produces is not earmarked for that purpose). The tax applies to income earned by individuals, estates, and trusts above specified amounts.

Jan 24, 2022

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