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Tax Reform: Changes for Mortgage Holders and Primary Residence Renters

Published January 25, 2026, 07:23

A new personal allowance for mortgage holders and primary residence renters will be implemented from the 2026 tax year, as part of a broader tax reform. The allowance can reach up to €2,000 annually, subject to specific income and asset criteria. Eligible individuals are those who are repaying a performing mortgage or paying rent for their primary residence. If both expenses are incurred in the same year, the allowance is not cumulative. The regulation also applies to restructured loans, but only if the installments are paid regularly. The allowance is part of a package of new personal allowances that also include other expenses, such as dependent children and energy upgrades for homes.