Filing Taxes as a New Homeowner

For Miniature house with money on tax papersmany new homeowners the year you buy your own home will also be the first year you do not take the standard deduction when doing your taxes. It can be confusing to know what is eligible for itemization and what is not. Most homeowners will end up itemizing their loan costs and fees, mortgage interest, property taxes and private mortgage insurance. New homeowners should also consider itemizing all of the stuff they donated before moving as a charitable deduction. Many homeowners file their taxes on their own with little outside help, however, if the owner has a home office or their lender sold the mortgage to a different lender they may benefit from the help of a professional accountant.

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Check out HouseLogic’s tax tips for homeowners. Speak with an accountant in your area about advice he or she gives to new homeowners. Talk with local homeowners about the first time they filed taxes after buying their home.

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16907 E Gloria Lane Rio Verde, AZ 85263

$925,000
4 Beds
3 Baths
3,216 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6768291
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Tucked away in the landscape of Rio Verde, this exceptional custom built home, situated on a 2.3-acre horse property, offers a perfect blend of luxury and equestrian living. With 4 bedrooms, a den, and 3 bathrooms spanning 3,216 SF, the split floor plan provides both space and functionality. Recent upgrades include new tile flooring in the great room and office. Ideal for horse enthusiasts, the property features a Mare motel, turnout, tack room, hay storage, and 5 auto-water stations. Enjoy panoramic views of Four Peaks and the Mazatzal Range, plus top-tier amenities like a Viking refrigerator, Thermador gas stove, new well pump (2022), and ample space for trailers and RVs. The Rio Verde community offers a golf course, state-of-the-art community center, tennis courts, restaurant, Community Church, and post office.

6784 E Evans Drive Scottsdale, AZ 85254

$925,000
4 Beds
2 Baths
2,013 SqFt
Status Active Under Contract
MLS # 6759660
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Beautifully updated Single Family Home in Kierland, Single level, 4 bedrooms, 2 bath, 3 car garage, Private pool. Home offers all the features and benefits you expect. Backyard offers private fenced pool, Covered patio, artificial grass, easy maintenance.

10586 E Morning Star Drive Scottsdale, AZ 85255

$925,000
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,577 SqFt
Status Active Under Contract
MLS # 6747154
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Beautifully updated and meticulously maintained single-level home in the highly sought-after community of McDowell Mountain Ranch. This property offers a backyard oasis featuring a sparkling pool with swim-up table and bench seating, stacked stone water feature, and views of the McDowell Mountains. Premium corner lot backs to a desert wash with only one adjacent neighbor, offering privacy and tranquility. Inside you'll find 10' ceilings, plantation shutters, wide baseboards and crown molding throughout, creating an inviting atmosphere. Wood floors grace the main living areas while plush carpet provides comfort in the bedrooms. The light and bright interior with neutral finishes allows for immediate enjoyment and personalization over time. The kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, ...maple cabinetry, a pantry, and breakfast area. The adjoining great room provides ample space for entertaining, abundant natural light, and captivating views of the pool and low-maintenance desert landscape. A double door entry leads to the spacious primary suite with ensuite bath and walk-in closet. Additionally, you'll find two secondary bedrooms (or office) along with a full guest bath. The 2-car garage features epoxy floors, built-in storage, and a workbench. Newer Trane HVAC system, water heater, full roof underlayment, windows and sliding door, pool remodel, and freshly painted exterior. Smart home technology enhances convenience and efficiency. This property is ideally located just one block from the amazing community center with sport courts, a heated lap pool, kiddie pool, spa, splash pad, playground, and host to numerous events. Residents also enjoy lighted walking and biking paths throughout the community. Close to shopping, restaurants, top-rated schools, McDowell Sonoran Preserve's Gateway Trailhead, Westworld, TPC Scottsdale, McDowell Mountain Golf Club, 101 freeway, and more. Don't miss the opportunity to make this extraordinary property your new home!

9863 W Keyser Drive Peoria, AZ 85383

$925,000
5 Beds
3.5 Baths
4,464 SqFt
Status Active Under Contract
MLS # 6743720
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Gorgeous North Peoria Home with Views for miles. 5 bed/3.5 bath home is situated on close to a 1/3 acre lot, 4 car garage with side boat or RV parking, epoxy floor garage with built-in cabinets. Guest bedroom is downstairs with an in- suite bath. Gourmet kitchen with breakfast nook, formal dining room, living room and bar in the family room makes this home perfect for entertaining guests. This backyard features a spectacular swim up bar pool (see video), sunken gazebo, fire pit, and seating area for friends. Close to 303 freeway, shopping, dining, located in award winning Deer Valley School District.

8526 E Whitton Avenue Scottsdale, AZ 85251

$925,000
4 Beds
2 Baths
1,792 SqFt
Status Active Under Contract
MLS # 6750550
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Stunning residence, minutes from Downtown Scottsdale, on expansive pie-shaped lot of a private cul-de-sac! Elegant interior has designer finishes throughout, wood-look tile flooring, modern light fixtures, thick baseboards, and designer touches in every room! The open layout merges perfectly all areas! Delightful kitchen showcases quartz counters with waterfall and backsplash, plenty of cabinets, and high-end SS appliances. The romantic main retreat features a mirrored door closet and a lavish bathroom with LED lighting mirror in the vanity and a raindrop shower. Entertainer's dream backyard includes artificial turf, covered patio, built-in BBQ w/Ramada, putting green, fireplace, and blue pool and spa combination. Seize this opportunity!

25840 N 44th Way Phoenix, AZ 85050

$925,000
5 Beds
3 Baths
3,071 SqFt
Status Active Under Contract
MLS # 6688986
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
WOW ! !!!!!! You have to see this beautiful 5 bedroom/3 bath home on a huge lot backing up to natural desert and a park in the distance with stunning Arizona sunsets over the mountains! One of a kind lot in Tatum Highlands subdivision! Pebble Tec play pool, travertine patio, shade sails for sun protection...a very private backyard yet has easy walking access to the desert and the park. Living room and formal dining and an entertainer's delight island kitchen with granite counters, breakfast bar, double ovens and a bay window that you can oversee the backyard festivities! Guest bedroom with built-in shelves can double up as an office or den! And a full bath downstairs, too! Plantation shutters, barn doors and more!

2006 Quiet Cove Prescott, AZ 86305

$925,000
3 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,904 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6745883
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
RATE BUY DOWN/CONCESSIONS AVAILABLE WITH ACCEPTABLE OFFER!! Welcome to your fully updated dream home in the highly sought after neighborhood of Forest Trails! Recent upgrades since 2023 include: New roof, Kitchen remodel, New carpet in bedrooms, New exterior paint, Backyard upgrades including pavers, steps, and high quality artificial turf, New 5.5kW Solar Array on roof, just to name a few! (See list attached in documents tab) Enjoy the tranquility of your surroundings through expansive windows that frame picturesque views of Thumb Butte and the lush forest landscape. The living area features high ceilings and a cozy fireplace, creating an inviting ambiance for both relaxation and entertainment. Don't miss your opportunity to experience the epitome of refined living in this enchanting h

7778 S Grandview Avenue Tempe, AZ 85284

$925,000
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,987 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6775541
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Step into a fresh South Tempe home with no details spared. Quartz counter tops, slow close cabinets, new A/C units, 10 year warranty exterior paint job by American Home Pros, fresh interior paint, beautiful community, newly remodeled bathroom. Too many upgrades and benefits to mention in this gem of a home.

27440 N Alma School Parkway Unit 116 Scottsdale, AZ 85262

$925,000 - 3Br/3Ba -  for Sale in The Rocks Residence Club, Scottsdale
Open House
$925,000
3 Beds
3 Baths
2,917 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6751482
Property Type Townhouse
Price Type --
Full time Villa available in a perfect resort lifestyle residence club. Your villa comes impeccably furnished and finished with premium appliances by Wolf and Subzero, private pool, gas fireplaces, fully outfitted kitchen and state of the art electronics. The clubhouse staff includes full concierge service, gourmet chef, wine cellar, barman, and more to make each of your stays hassle free and exactly how you want it.

19321 N Canyon Whisper Drive Surprise, AZ 85387

$925,000 - 2Br/3Ba -  for Sale in Sun City Grand, Surprise
Open House
$925,000
2 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,539 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6780635
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Welcome to this impressive Ashbury estate model located on the Cimarron Golf Course. Enter through the custom double doors to find the spacious great room showcasing a natural stone media wall and fireplace. Plantation shutters, designer palette, tile flooring throughout, and stylish light fixtures enhance the overall ambiance. Large & bright kitchen boasts abundant white cabinetry topped with crown molding, mosaic tile backsplash, a center island, quartzite counters, a breakfast bar, a pantry, and top-of-the-line SS appliances such as a wall oven & electric cooktop. The library features a built-in desk and cabinets with plenty of storage. All windows and glass doors have been replaced by Anderson Windows. Brand new roof and owned solar! The primary bedroom includes a sitting area, direct outdoor access, and an elegant ensuite equipped with two vanities, a make-up desk, soaking tub, and a walk-in closet complete the picture. Outside, the serene backyard offers a covered patio, fire pit, and built-in BBQ. Come see today!

3211 S Hawthorn Court Gold Canyon, AZ 85118

$925,000 - 3Br/3Ba -  for Sale in Club Villas At Superstition Foothills, Gold Canyon
Open House
$925,000
3 Beds
3 Baths
2,615 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6011080
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
$100,000 GOLF INITIATION FEE INCLUDED WITH SALE - Welcome to the ultimate dream home located in the prestigious and exclusive guard-gated community at the base of the awe-inspiring Superstition Mountains. Get ready to live in unparalleled luxury and be surrounded by privacy, serenity, and breathtaking views. This stunning 3 bed, 3 bath home boasts an open concept design, perfect for entertaining and creating timeless memories. The spacious kitchen is a chef's dream, complete with quartz countertops, top-of-the-line Kitchen Aid appliances (including a gourmet refrigerator), and upgraded soft-close Mediterranean white cabinets and drawers. The great room, dining area, and kitchen flow seamlessly together, creating a harmonious living space. The split floor plan offers privacy, with the master suite located on one side of the home and the additional bedrooms on the other. The attention to detail is evident throughout, with 5 baseboards and vaulted ceilings adorned with hollow core beams. Curl up in front of the fireplace on those cooler nights, creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere. The master bath is a true retreat, featuring a master grand shower and a free-standing tub, perfect for unwinding after a long day. Step outside and experience the ultimate outdoor living. This home boasts two patios, one off the main living area and another off the master bedroom. The main patio is perfect for gathering, with a gas drop for a BBQ and plenty of space for outdoor furniture. The patio and backyard feature travertine pavers, creating a luxurious and elegant outdoor space. The backyard is beautifully landscaped with synthetic grass, providing a low-maintenance oasis for relaxation and enjoyment. With the included $100,000 golf initiation fee, you will gain access to an exclusive world of leisure right at your fingertips. This remarkable membership grants you the privilege to enjoy not just one, but two extraordinary, championship-level golf courses designed by the legendary Nicklaus himself. Alongside these prestigious fairways, you will discover a glistening outdoor pool and hot tub, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and an endless array of exciting events for you and your esteemed neighbors throughout the year. Imagine yourself perfecting your swing on the meticulously manicured greens, followed by a refreshing plunge into the community pool, and then ending the day in bliss at the private clubhouse restaurant or sophisticated cocktail lounge with your closest friends.

28 E Hoover Avenue Phoenix, AZ 85004

$925,000 - 3Br/2Ba -  for Sale in Ashland Place Amd, Phoenix
Open House
$925,000
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,503 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6752849
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
ASHLAND PLACE GEM! This charming craftsman bungalow, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, seamlessly blends classic original charm with modern conveniences. Admire its timeless curb appeal and spacious front porch. Step inside to find meticulously preserved original hardwood floors, built-in features, and elegant archways. The thoughtfully designed layout leads to a fully renovated kitchen boasting stone countertops, new cabinetry, and stylish tile accents. Bathrooms have undergone stunning renovations for both form and function. Outside, enjoy the lush backyard with an elegant heated pool - perfect for AZ outdoor living, along with a one-car garage. Nestled in the vibrant MIDTOWN ARTS DISTRICT, this home offers easy access to the light rail, restaurants and museums.

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