In 1997, Roland, who is single, puchased a personal residence for $340,000 and took out a mortgage of $200,000 on the property. In may of the current year, when the residence had a fair market value of $440,000 and Roland owed $140,000 on the mortgage, he took out a home equity loan for $220,000. He used th funds to purchase a recreational vehicle, which he uses 100% for personal use. What is the maximum amount on which Roland can deduct home equity interest?
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