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It’s that time of year again: tax season! If you’re a homeowner or planning to become one, it’s helpful to be aware of form 1098 and understand its potential benefits. There are many perks to ...

Note that the situation for student loans has changed due to the impact of the coronavirus outbreak. Check out our Student Loan Hero Coronavirus Information Center for additional news and details. If ...

The Tax Court held that a taxpayer was entitled to claim the American opportunity tax credit based on the tuition and fees paid from student loan proceeds disbursed during calendar year 2011, for ...

The 1098-E form is a student loan interest statement. It states how much interest you paid on student loans within a year, and you may find out you are eligible for deductions. A 1098-E must be filled ...

On Feb. 8, "Hector" wrote that he paid college tuition in December and it did not show up on a 1098T. (Scenario #1)What happens when you pay in January and the college includes it on the previous year ...

Owning a home can yield some benefits at tax time if you're able to deduct mortgage interest. If you paid interest on a mortgage loan, your lender should provide you with a Form 1098 Mortgage Interest ...