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Short description: Buying a home can trigger a major shift in how you file taxes. 🏠💡

In this guide, learn why you might need to itemize deductions instead of taking the standard deduction, when mortgage interest and property taxes push you into Schedule A, and how the SALT cap affects your bottom line. We break down the key components of itemized deductions: Mortgage Interest, SALT (State and Local Taxes), and Other Deductions (medical expenses above thresholds and charitable contributions). A big caveat: the SALT deduction is capped at $10,000, which can erase the appeal of itemizing in high-tax states. We also cover the Prepayment Trap where some taxpayers accelerate property tax payments to boost current-year deductions, and why that can backfire in future years.

Comprehensive summary:
The article explains that if your combined eligible expenses exceed the standard deduction (which varies by filing status; for single filers it’s around $16,000), you should itemize to avoid overpaying the IRS. The main drivers are mortgage interest and property taxes. The Schedule A items to track include Mortgage Interest, SALT, and Other Deductions. The $10,000 SALT cap is a critical limitation for many homeowners. The piece also warns about prepaying property taxes to boost deductions—this can reduce next year’s deductions and may lead to a perpetual cycle. The closing advice emphasizes using professional tax software that automatically compares standard vs itemized deductions to maximize savings, and gathering all eligible expenses to ensure you’re in the most advantageous position. Actionable steps: collect mortgage interest statements (Form 1098), record property tax payments, compile medical and charitable deductions if they meet thresholds, and run a software-based comparison before filing.

Why this matters: Homeowners can legally maximize deductions, but misjudging can cost money. Professional software helps identify the optimal choice and avoids guesswork. Always plan ahead, consider whether higher future income could tilt the decision, and consult a tax professional if your situation is complex.

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00:00 Tax Shock
00:24 Agenda
00:53 Big Picture
01:24 Decision Flow
02:05 Std Deduct
02:39 Checklist
03:25 Pros & Cons
03:58 Prepay Trap
04:29 Quiz 1
05:02 Answer 1
05:22 Action Plan
06:08 Quiz 2
06:39 Answer 2
06:55 Mindmap
07:33 Key Points
08:02 Summary
08:28 Disclaimer
08:49 Wrap Up