Private mortgage insurance protects lender, but at least it's deductible.
President's budget proposal calls for shrinking the deduction for couples earning more than $200,000 a year.
You can give anytime if you want to deduct it from your 2010 taxes, but special provision for 2009 deduction ends Feb. 28.
Letting the fire department burn down your old house to clear land for McMansion is usually deductible.
You won't get rich, but tax laws will give you some profit -- if you make the right investments.
Some tax breaks that expire after this year are available even to those who don't itemize.
Combining tax-free home rental with charitable donation is a win for both you and your favorite cause.
If other states follow Oregon's lead, federal tax changes could make hikes doubly painful.
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