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Instructions for IRS Form 5405 Repayment of the First-Time Homebuyer Credit
This document contains official instructions for IRS Form 5405 , Repayment of the First-Time Homebuyer Credit - a tax form released and collected by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), a subdivision of the U.S. Department of the Treasury. An up-to-date fillable IRS Form 5405 is available for download through this link.
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Q: What is IRS Form 5405?
A: IRS Form 5405 is a form used to repay the First-Time Homebuyer Credit.
Q: Who needs to fill out IRS Form 5405?
A: Individuals who received the First-Time Homebuyer Credit and need to repay it, typically because they sold or stopped using their home as their main residence within a specific timeframe, must fill out IRS Form 5405.
Q: Why do I need to repay the First-Time Homebuyer Credit?
A: The First-Time Homebuyer Credit is a refundable tax credit that was offered to eligible individuals who purchased a home as their primary residence. If you sold or stopped using the home within a certain period, you are required to repay the credit.
Q: What information do I need to fill out IRS Form 5405?
A: To fill out IRS Form 5405, you will need information about the original First-Time Homebuyer Credit you claimed, as well as details about the sale or change in use of your home.
Q: How do I fill out IRS Form 5405?
A: IRS Form 5405 includes instructions on how to complete the form. Carefully follow the instructions provided and provide accurate information.
Q: When is the deadline to file IRS Form 5405?
A: The deadline to file IRS Form 5405 is typically the due date of your federal tax return for the year in which the sale or change in use of your home occurred.
Q: Are there any penalties for not repaying the First-Time Homebuyer Credit?
A: Yes, there are penalties for not repaying the First-Time Homebuyer Credit. The specific penalties depend on the circumstances, and you may be required to repay the credit in full, plus additional interest and penalties.
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