The income tax credit for certain energy-efficient home improvements and equipment purchases was extended through 2016 by the Protecting Americans from Tax Hikes Act of 2015 (the PATH Act). So, you still have time to save both energy and taxes by making these eco-friendly investments.
What qualifies
The credit is for expenses related to your principal residence. It equals 10% of certain qualified improvement expenses plus 100% of certain other qualified equipment expenses, subject to a maximum overall credit of $500, which is reduced by any credits claimed in earlier years. (Because of this reduction, many people who previously claimed the credit will be ineligible for any further credits in 2016.)
Examples of improvement investments potentially eligible for the 10% of expense credit include:
Examples of equipment investments potentially eligible for the 100% of expense credit include:
Manufacturer certifications required
When claiming the credit, you must keep with your tax records a certification from the manufacturer that the product qualifies. The certification may be found on the product packaging or the manufacturer’s website. Additional rules and limits apply. For more information about these and other green tax breaks for individuals, contact us.
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There’s still time to save both energy and taxes by making green home investments. The tax credit for qualified energy-efficiency investments in a principal residence is extended through 2016. It equals 10% of certain expenses (such as exterior windows and doors that meet Energy Star requirements) plus 100% of certain other expenses (such as qualified central air conditioners and water heaters), subject to a maximum overall credit of $500, reduced by credits claimed in earlier years. Additional rules and limits apply. For more information, contact us.