Maryland Capital Gains Tax on Real Estate: 2026 Rates + Step-by-Step Calculator
What you'll actually owe Maryland on a home sale — federal long-term rates, Maryland's 5.75% + county add-on, the primary-residence exclusion, and a five-step worked calculator for typical Montgomery County sales.
Maryland First-Time Home Buyer Savings Account: How It Works, Limits, and the Real Tax Savings (2026)
Maryland's First-Time Home Buyer Savings Account lets you deduct up to $5,000/year ($10,000 joint) from state income tax while saving for a down payment. Here's exactly how it works, who qualifies, and the honest math on the savings.
Who Pays Closing Costs When Selling a House in Maryland? (2026 Line-by-Line Breakdown)
In Maryland, the seller writes the biggest checks at closing — but not for everything. Here's the line-by-line breakdown of who pays what when you sell a house in 2026, and which items are actually negotiable.
Capital Gains Tax When Selling Your Home in Maryland: The $250K/$500K Exclusion Explained for 2026
Most Maryland homeowners don't owe a dime in capital gains tax when they sell — but a meaningful minority do, and many don't know it until tax time. Here's how the $250K/$500K exclusion works and what it means for your sale.
Is Buying a House a Tax Write-Off in Maryland? Every Tax Deduction Homeowners Can Claim in 2026
Most Maryland homeowners think buying a house gives them a big tax break — and many leave thousands on the table because they don't know which deductions apply. Here's exactly what's deductible, what isn't, and the numbers for 2026.