How to Get Counseling for the Housing Credit
- 1). Talk to your realtor. Go to the agent who assisted you in the purchase of your home and ask for more information on any federal housing credits that might be available or become available.
- 2). Get counseling about the housing credit from your tax professional. Before you file your taxes, ask your tax preparer whether you qualified for the housing credit, and what documentation you will need.
- 3). Contact the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). They have a page on their website with helpful information about the Homebuyers Assistance Act. The IRS is a prime resource for tax information and eligibility.
- 4). Talk to friends who have purchased homes and received the housing tax credit. Sometimes friends who have purchased a home and filed for the credit will be able to offer helpful tips and the information you are looking for.
