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Renters credit in Indiana

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Can Renters Get a Tax Break in Indiana?

Short answer: Yes: Indiana offers the Renter's Deduction. Deduction of rent paid on your Indiana principal residence, up to $3,000, claimed on Schedule 2 of Form IT-40. Maximum $3,000 per return ($1,500 if married filing separately); no income or age limit; the rental must be subject to Indiana property tax.

Rent on government-owned, nonprofit-owned, student, or cooperative housing doesn't qualify. You must list the landlord's name and address and the rental address on Schedule 2. Rent on your own home isn't deductible on your federal return; the exceptions are a home office used for your business or renting out part of the place you rent.

Records to keep: Keep your lease, rent receipts or a landlord rent certificate, and proof of household income. Check your state's current-year form and deadline before you apply.