Deductions & credits

Homeowners Insurance has never been deductible on a federal tax return for insurance on a personal residence, not used as a rental or in a business.

See IRS Publication 530 Tax Information for Homeowners page 2 - https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-prior/p530--2016.pdf#page=2

Some nondeductible expenses that may be included in your house payment include: 

  • Fire or homeowner's insurance premiums