Short Answer: Describe the tax advantages of home ownership for a person who is single and is considering the purchase of a $200,000 residence with 10% down and an interest rate of 3% and property taxes of $3,000 per year. The person is single, pays other taxes of $8,500, and has additional itemized deductions of $3,000. You may assume a combined federal and state tax rate of 26% if you wish. Limit your answer to 200 words.