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New Member
posted Jun 4, 2019 1:20:13 PM

Can I get a deduction for paying a federal tax lien off on the property i owned and sold but the tax lien was the previous owners?

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New Member
Jun 4, 2019 1:20:14 PM

No. It is not considered tax deductible, but will increase your cost basis which will benefit you when you sold the house.

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New Member
Jun 4, 2019 1:20:14 PM

No. It is not considered tax deductible, but will increase your cost basis which will benefit you when you sold the house.