First introduced in 2009, this credit provides a benefit to a first time home buyer who has established a living in a qualifying home. The criteria of a qualifying home can be further be examined as a housing unit that is already in existence or under construction. The maximum amount that can be claimed as a new home buyer is $5,000 which provides an overall non-refundable tax credit of $750 (15% of $5,000).
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