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posted Jun 4, 2019 10:24:55 PM

What does principle residences means for the California renters credit?

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Level 9
Jun 4, 2019 10:24:56 PM

Yes if you pay rent to your brother for a room and you meet the other qualifications, you can claim the credit.

You must meet all of the following to qualify:

  1. You were a California resident for the entire year.
  2. Your California adjusted gross income (AGI) is:
  • $40,078 or less if your filing status is single or married/RDP filing separately.
  • $80,156 or less if you are married/RDP filing jointly, head of household, or qualified widow(er).
  • You paid rent for at least half the year for property in California that was your principal residence.
  • The property you rented was not exempt from California property tax.
  • You did not live with another person for more than half the year (such as a parent) who claimed you as a dependent.
  • You were not a minor living with and under the care of a parent, foster parent, or legal guardian.
  • You or your spouse/RDP was not granted a homeowner's property tax exemption during the tax year.

    • Nonrefundable Renter Credit | California Franchise Tax Board


    Level 15
    Jun 4, 2019 10:24:58 PM

    Of course if you take this credit your brother will need to report the rental income on his return.