This tax season, one of housing’s biggest breaks looks more lopsided than ever—and the second-home piece is drawing new scrutiny.

Owning a second home can provide tax advantages, but they differ from those that apply to your primary home — especially if you rent or sell. Try This: 3 Sneaky Things You Didn’t Realize Your Tax ...

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The housing market over the past few years has been challenging for prospective homebuyers. As home prices and mortgage interest rates remain high, first-time homebuyers face a one-two punch, making ...

At a time when millions of would-be homebuyers are locked out of the market, a select group of homeowners is claiming a huge tax break—for second homes. Known as the mortgage interest deduction, this ...