Homeownership remains a vital part of the American dream. Maybe that's why there are a host of incentives designed to make it easier for first-time homebuyers to afford a place. These incentives include federal and state grants,tax credits, and other options. Even if you've owned a home i...
Note: The content of this article applies only to taxes prepared for 2010. It is included here for reference only. When two unmarried individuals buy a home together, who gets the $8,000 First-Time Homebuyer Credit? There's only one credit per home, and
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1. Check your credit Before you hit any open houses, make sure you have—or are actively working on getting—a good credit score. That shows you're on time with paying debts and could spare you from needing a larger down payment or only qualifying for higher interest rates. The reason ...
The way the rules work makes the Roth IRA a great way to save for a first home. First of all, you can always withdraw your contributions to a Roth IRA tax-free (and usually penalty-free) at any time for any purpose. And once the account has been open for at least five years, ...
Every small business owner has faced this dilemma—taking time off feels more like a fantasy than a reality. Instead of enjoying a well-deserved break, the phone keeps ringing, business banking tasks demand attention, and emails flood in, all while worries about the office swirl in the backgr...
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017extended the deadline to repay a loan when you leave a job.4Previously,if your employment ended before you repaid the loan, there was generally a 60-day window to pay the outstanding balance. Starting in 2018, the tax overhaul extended that time frame un...
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Tax season can be daunting, but don’t let it overwhelm you! Last year, we shared tips onwhat to do with your tax return, and this time we’re focusing on tax season preparation. With some planning and organization, you can make sure that you’re ready when the time comes. Here are...