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Asked on 7/22/2009
Duplex bought together with parents; my name was not included on the deed or mortgage.
Hi, my parents and I bought a duplex together in California in the Los Angeles County but my name was not included in the deed or mortgage. What can be done so that I can properly deduct my share on the mortgage when filling my income-tax? Thank you.

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MTD, Member in Good Standing of the California Bar


You cannot.  You would need a title transfer of some sort -- a quit claim or talk to the mortgage lender.  Was it an oversight?



  • Answered on 10/4/2009
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You have more issues than taxes here.   If your name is not on the deed, you have a serious issue with your ownership of this property.   In California, if a real estate transaction is not in writing, it does not exist.

You need to see a real estate attorney to correct these title issues and be able to claim your deductions.

Call my office for an appointment.

Robert Spitz

909 395 0909



  • Answered on 10/15/2009
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