If you’re a homeowner in Virginia, you may wonder whether your mortgage payments are tax deductible. The answer is yes, but there are some essential factors to consider.

Under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, the amount of mortgage interest that is tax deductible was limited to loans of up to $750,000. This applies to homes purchased after December 15, 2017. The limit remains at $1 million for homes purchased before that date.

To claim a deduction for mortgage interest, you must itemize your deductions on Schedule A of your tax return. You will also need to provide documentation from your lender, including a Form 1098, that shows the amount of interest paid during the year.

It’s important to note that the mortgage interest deduction is only available for your primary residence. If you have a second home or rental property, you may only deduct the interest paid on loan up to $750,000.

Additionally, there are some restrictions on the mortgage interest deduction for higher-income taxpayers. If your adjusted gross income (AGI) exceeds $319,000 for married couples filing jointly or $165,000 for single filers, your mortgage interest deduction may be limited.