Our solar power system became operational in Feb, 2023. I got a refund on my 2023 taxes (for the first time in years) so didn't use any of the solar tax credit. Didn't file Form 5695 on the 2023 return as the credit wasn't needed and the online tax preparation software didn't ask for it.
Question 1: Am I required to file Form 5695 even when I DON'T use/need the credit?
We began rental preparations on that property in May, 2024, and moved overseas the following June. It has been vacant and being prepared to rent ever since.
Question 2: Since we "earned" the $14k-plus credit in 2023, and that property was our primary residence for all of 2023, only becoming a rental in May/June, 2024, am I still able to use the entire $14k-plus credit on future taxes until it's depleted?
