Who claims mortgage interest on home...?

Question

If my girlfriend and I purchased a home together in 2006 then who claims the interest on the mortgage on their income taxes since we file seperately not being married yet? I assume that we both dont claim it since it can only be claimed once and I assume by only one person?! please let me know

Answer 1

The easiest way is for the person whose social security number is on the form to claim it.

You could split it if you're both on the mortgage, but that would take extra paperwork.

It's legal either way.