{"id":20831,"date":"2025-11-19T04:19:34","date_gmt":"2025-11-19T12:19:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/?p=20831"},"modified":"2025-11-21T03:14:21","modified_gmt":"2025-11-21T11:14:21","slug":"can-you-write-off-home-improvements","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.homelight.com\/blog\/can-you-write-off-home-improvements\/","title":{"rendered":"Can You Write Off Home Improvements on Your 2026 Taxes?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Home improvement projects<\/a> can totally transform a house, turning a tired kitchen into a chef\u2019s dream or a bland backyard into a backyard paradise<\/a>. They boost curb appeal<\/a>, increase comfort, and even add value<\/a> if you ever decide to sell. But let\u2019s be real, those renovations can also come with eye-watering price tags that make some homeowners hesitate.<\/p>\n

Suddenly, that dream bathroom remodel<\/a> feels like a small mortgage<\/a> on its own. So naturally, the question pops into your head: can you write off home improvements? While the idea of a tax break might not cover the whole cost, knowing what\u2019s deductible can make your wallet breathe a little easier \u2014 and maybe nudge you toward finally picking out that fancy faucet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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In this guide, we consulted certified public accountants (CPAs) and dug into the IRS paperwork to clear up misperceptions around home improvement tax deductions and shed light on a few lesser-known tax breaks you might qualify for as a homeowner.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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