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Itemized Deductions Workout

Interest Paid

Case Study 2: Nondeductible Interest

Joe and Angela file a joint return. During the year, they paid:

  • $2,180 to the bank for interest on their home mortgage that was reported to them on Form 1098 (all qualified)
  • $400 in credit card interest
  • $1,500 paid to lender for specific services connected to the loan (e.g., points, appraisal fee, notary fee, and preparation costs for the mortgage)
  • $2,000 in interest on a car loan

How much can Joe and Angela report as deductible interest?

A $4,880
B $4,080
C $2,180
D $0

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Joe and Angela.
Publication 4012, Schedule A – Itemized Deductions

Publication 4012, Schedule A – Itemized Deductions