If I live at a house that I am paying the mortgage on but the lone is not in my name could I clame the house on my taxes. I live in pa if that helps at all
AtlantaTaxExpert
Jan 29, 2007, 09:56 PM
What do you mean "claim the house"?
You can deduct the real estate taxes if the house is in your name.
You CANNOT deduct the mortgage interest unless you have a legal obligation to pay the mortgage.