My wife and I own our home, we are filing separatly, do we both put information about owning our home?

[kaseyp81]

Can she be the one who puts in that information since she pays for the mortgage?

[AnnetteB · Accepted solution]

Yes, if your spouse paid the mortgage, she may claim the deduction.  Otherwise, if it was paid from joint funds, you may split it to be reported on both returns.

Please take a look at the following information from the IRS regarding splitting itemized deductions when using the Married Filing Separate filing status:  https://www.irs.gov/help-resources/tools-faqs/faqs-for-individuals/frequently-asked-tax-questions-an...