2011 Tax Credit Info
2011 TAX CREDIT INFORMATION
Bird Family Insulation
RE: Existing Home Re-insulation
-Time Period: The eligible insulation must be placed into service between Jan 1 – Dec 31, 2011
-Credit Limits: The homeowner can take a tax credit equal to 10% of the cost of insulation installed in their home, with a $500 maximum cap. In other words, take 10% of the cost of your insulation for a tax credit, with the credit capped at $500 (i.e., $5,000 insulation cost).
-Qualifying Insulation: For insulation to qualify, it’s primary purpose must be to insulate.
-Material Costs Only: Though the initial legislation does not stipulate this, the IRS rules implementing this portion of the tax credit specifies that installation costs are not included when determining the total costs of the insulation job. Bird Family Insulation will designate material costs in your receipt or follow-up package.
-What the Homeowner Needs: A homeowner (tax payer) does NOT have to submit receipts or the manufacturer’s certification to the IRS. The homeowner simply has to,
1. Save the receipt/bill for the insulation and the Manufacturer’s Certification Statement along with their other tax records.
2. Complete and submit the correct IRS Form
NOTE: This is not tax advice. Always consult a tax professional.

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