Arlene Kraushaar - your home loan expert
Arlene Kraushaar
Loan Officer
NMLS #251774
Direct: 707-535-1214
Mobile: 707-337-9311
Fax: (877) 241-9670
1260 N. Dutton Ave., Suite 220
Santa Rosa, CA 95401
I am licensed to originate mortgage loans in the following state(s): CA

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Tax Benefits

One of the biggest advantages of owning a home is that the interest on your mortgage is 100% tax deductible. Loan fees and points paid to discount your interest rate are also deductible.

 

Furthermore, you can deduct up to $100,000 in debt from a Home Equity Line of Credit.

 

The example below demonstrates how mortgage tax deductible benefits can make home ownership more affordable than renting – even with no money down.

 

Average area rents: $2,650/month
Average sales price of area home: $600,000

 

5/1 Interest-Only ARM with 1st and 2nd Trust Deed

1st Rate
2nd Rate

5.750% (5.104% APR)
5.900% (5.274% APR)

Down Payment

$0

Estimated Monthly Payment

$2,890

Tax and insurance

$765

Tax Deduction

- $1,050*

Estimated Real Monthly Cost

$2605

 

*Based on 30% tax bracket. Consult a professional tax advisor for specific details.