can i deduct the property and school tax I paid on a property I bought to build a home?

Yes, you can deduct the property and school taxes you paid on a property you bought to build a home, but there are specific conditions:

Here's how to enter your property taxes on house or land.

1. Open or continue your return.
2. Navigate to the property tax section:
   • TurboTax Online/Mobile: Go to property tax.
   • TurboTax Desktop: Select Search Topics. Search for and select property tax.
3. Answer Yes to the question Did you pay property or real estate taxes?
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to enter your property/real estate taxes.

You can only deduct property tax and school tax on property that is in the United States.