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Form 8609

  1. Country USA
  2. Language English
  3. Activity Taxes
  4. Department Internal Revenue Service
Form 8609

Low-Income Housing Credit Allocation and Certification

Rev. December 2021

Form 8609 instructions outline the process for allocating and certifying low-income housing tax credits. Part I involves filling out information about the building, allocation amount, and financing sources. Part II requires certifications from building owners regarding eligible basis, elections, and compliance with section 42 of the Internal Revenue Code.

Instructions

FAQ
  • What is the minimum set-aside requirement for Form 8609?

    The minimum set-aside requirement for Form 8609 is that at least 20%, 40%, or 50% (depending on the election made) of the residential units in the project must be both rent restricted and occupied by individuals whose income is 50% or less, 60% or less, or (if elected) does not exceed the median family income for the area. A deep rent skewed project itself must meet the requirements of section 142(d)(4)(B), and at least 40% of tenants whose income is 40% or less of the median family income must occupy those units during the compliance period.

  • What information does Form 8609 request?

    Form 8609 requests basic project information, including the name and address of the property owner or owners, the number and type of residential units in the project, and the percentage of units that will be set aside for low-income tenants. It also requires the taxpayer to make an election under section 42(h) to allocate a specific amount of credits to the project.

  • What privacy act and paperwork reduction act notice does form 8609 contain?

    Form 8609 contains a Privacy Act and Paperwork Reduction Act Notice. The notice requests the taxpayer's identifying number (SSN, EIN, or ITIN), and informs them that the information on the form is required to carry out the Internal Revenue laws of the United States. It also informs them that failure to provide this information may delay or prevent processing their claim, providing false information may subject them to penalties.

  • What is Form 8609 used for?

    Form 8609, Application for Low-Income Housing Credit Agreement, is used to apply for and agree to the allocation of low-income housing tax credits from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) for qualified affordable housing projects.

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Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Forms

Form 8609 is one of the official tax forms used in the United States to report income, claim deductions and credits, calculate tax liability, and fulfill other tax-related obligations. The IRS is the federal agency responsible for administering and enforcing the internal revenue laws in the United States.

Here are some examples of Internal Revenue Service forms:

Form 1040: This is the primary individual income tax return form used by most taxpayers. It is used to report various types of income, claim deductions and credits, calculate tax liability, and determine whether a taxpayer owes additional tax or is entitled to a refund.

Form 1099: There are different variations of Form 1099, such as 1099-MISC, 1099-INT, 1099-DIV, etc. These forms are used to report income received by individuals or businesses from various sources other than employment, such as self-employment income, interest income, dividend income, and rental income.

Form W-2: This form is used by employers to report wages paid to employees and the taxes withheld from their pay. Employees use the information on Form W-2 to complete their individual tax returns.

Form 941: Employers use this form to report employment taxes, including federal income tax withheld, Social Security tax, and Medicare tax, for their employees.

Form 1065: This form is used by partnerships to report their income, deductions, and tax liability. Partnerships themselves do not pay income tax; instead, the partners report their share of partnership income on their individual tax returns.

Form 1120: This is the corporate income tax return form used by C corporations to report their income, deductions, and tax liability.

Form 990: This form is used by tax-exempt organizations, such as nonprofits and charities, to report their financial information, activities, and compliance with tax laws.

Form 8862: This form is used by taxpayers who previously claimed the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) but had it disallowed, and now want to claim it again.

These are just a few examples of the numerous IRS forms that exist to fulfill various tax-related obligations. The specific forms required for an individual or business depend on their unique circumstances, income sources, and deductions. It's advisable to consult the official website of the Internal Revenue Service (www.irs.gov) or seek professional tax advice to obtain accurate and up-to-date information regarding the specific IRS forms relevant to your tax situation.

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