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emfreeman67
January 28, 2025
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How is it handled if my spouse is deceased, but the home I live in is in his name and going through probate. I am still paying the mortgage on it.

  • January 28, 2025
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Do I get to take any credit for any of the payments that I've made?

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    DoninGA
    DoninGA
    Employee
    January 28, 2025

    You can enter the mortgage interest and property taxes paid on your tax return.  However, these are itemized deductions on Schedule A.

     

    The total of all your itemized deductions on Schedule A must be greater than the standard deduction for your filing status to have any tax benefit.

     

    Standard deductions for 2024

    Single - $14,600 add $1,850 if age 65 or older
    Married Filing Separately - $14,600 add $1,550 if age 65 or older
    Married Filing Jointly - $29,200 add $1,550 for each spouse age 65 or older
    Head of Household - $21,900 add $1,950 if age 65 or older

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