Can I claim the property tax if they're in someone else's name

[Hal_Al]

Why are you paying it? Do you have an equitable interest?

[mwangner]

I have the same problem. Paying it because house was inherited and payment due, but tax year ended before name was changed with the tax office.

[Hal_Al]

You have an  "equitable interest", in the property,  and can deduct the Real estate tax you pay. You can also deduct the mortgage interest you pay.

[JulieCo]

If you do not own the property, then you cannot deduct the property taxes on your return.

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