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Question: If I buy a home in February 2010, can I get the first time home buyer tax credit on this tax return?

We are closing on our house the first week of February. Will we get the tax credit this year, or do we h have to wait until next year’s tax return to receive the $8,000?

Answer: You should be able to file for it with your 2009 tax returns.

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