If my name is on the deed for a home, but not on the mortgage, am I considered a home owner?

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If my name is on the deed for a home, but not on the mortgage, am I considered a home owner?

Yes, you are a homeowner if on the deed.

If my name is on the deed for a home, but not on the mortgage, am I considered a home owner?

Yes, you are the owner. However, you can't deduct mortgage interest if you are not on the mortgage.

If my name is on the deed for a home, but not on the mortgage, am I considered a home owner?

are you paying the mortgage? if so, there is a concept in the law that allows an equitable owner to deduct mortgage interest even if not on the mortgage. you would be required to take total care of the property and meet certain other requirements.

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If my name is on the deed for a home, but not on the mortgage, am I considered a home owner?

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