The deduction for mortgage interest on your personal residence (s) is limited to how many homes?
A. 1
B. Any 2 homes
C. Any 3 homes
D. A principal residence and any 1 other home
Answer:
Option (B) Any 2 homes
Explanation:
The deduction in also limited to interest you paid on your main home and / or a second home. Interest paid on third or fourth homes isn't deductible. That hasn't changed.
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