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January 4, 2025
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I paid interest on a HELOC draw and then used the draw money to trade stocks. Is interest tax deductible?

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    DoninGA
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    Level 15
    January 4, 2025

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    No, the interest is not deductible.

    The HELOC is secured by your residence so any draws from the HELOC have to be used to make improvements to the residence so that the loan interest is deductible.

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    DoninGA
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    DoninGALevel 15Answer
    Level 15
    January 4, 2025

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    No, the interest is not deductible.

    The HELOC is secured by your residence so any draws from the HELOC have to be used to make improvements to the residence so that the loan interest is deductible.

    Level 15
    January 4, 2025

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