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Renters credit in North Dakota

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Can Renters Get a Tax Break in North Dakota?

Short answer: Yes: North Dakota offers the Renter's Refund. Partial refund of rent for older and disabled renters: the amount by which 20% of annual rent exceeds 4% of income, up to $600; applied for directly with the Office of State Tax Commissioner. Age 65+ or permanently and totally disabled; income (including spouse and dependents) of $70,000 or less after eligible medical expenses; no asset limit.

Applications must be postmarked by May 31. Subtract heat, water, electricity, phone, and furniture costs from rent, and housing that is exempt from property tax (such as nursing homes) doesn't qualify. 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.