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When an individual pays their taxes each year, they may be eligible for some tax credits. These are varied each tax season and can be treated as partial payment towards what is owed. For many people tax credits are often greater than the actual taxes that are owed to the government.

One of the best tax credits this year is the new home owner credit. If you have purchased a home in 2009 and it was your first home purchase, you are likely to be eligible for up to $8,000 in tax credits. This is a major benefit to those that are excited about their first home but not so excited about the taxes as well as the other things that go along with a mortgage.

If you were employed in 2010 then you may be eligible for a special tax credit called the “Making Work Pay” tax credit. This deduction is available for individuals that meet certain criteria. This credit will only equal up to $400 and slightly more if you file jointly with a significant other.

Did you redecorate or add new appliances to your home last year? Perhaps you were a first time home buyer but also wanted to upgrade to energy efficient goods? Then the energy efficiency tax credit will be a perfect deduction for your taxes. This credit is for individuals that added energy boosting lights, windows, doors, or even skylights. There are also a number of different major appliances that can help you get a bigger deduction on your taxes.

Moving tax credits are also a great new credit that is available to those that have moved to seek employment. Individuals that find themselves relocating may also be eligible for this type of credit. The only requirements are that you must have moved because you found a new job. You will receive reimbursement for what your new employer did not cover.

There are plenty of other tax credits out there lurking and waiting to be used. Some are much more obscure than others and many do not know about them. This is your opportunity to take advantage of the things that the government offers for tax payers, and benefit from them wholly. There are unlimited amounts of deductions you could get, so make the most of it and rake in the benefits. If you hire someone to do your taxes for you, be sure they are able to find the best credits.

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In general getting your tax credits that you deserve isn’t a science. You can get them quickly and easily if you know which ones to look for. Some are suitable for those that are “new” to things, like buying a home or a new car. Others are great for those that move to expand employment options!

Learn more about Missouri tax credit developer terms and tax credit resources.