Eligible for 30% Federal Tax Credit:
VELUX Solar Powered Fresh Air Skylights and VELUX Solar Powered Blinds
Under the Emergency Stabilization Act (2008) and the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, VELUX Solar Powered Fresh Air Skylights and VELUX Solar Powered Blinds qualify under "Solar Electric Property" expenditures when purchased and installed from January 1, 2009 through December 31st, 2016. This tax credit is a direct debit of the taxpayers total tax liability.How claim your tax credit
When the product is installed
Keep your receipts for total price paid (Product and installation) for one of the qualifying VELUX products and attach them to a completed 30% Federal Tax Credit - Manufacturers Certification Statement (1) and keep for your records.
When it is Tax Time
Fill out IRS Tax form 5695 and submit it with your taxes. Enter this tax credit off of form 5695 on your 1040 form.
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Residential Energy Credits Form (2) |
1) IRS Notice 2009-41 suggests the taxpayer is not required to attach this certification statement to their tax return. However, the taxpayer should retain this certification statement as part of their tax records.
2) As in all tax matters, the taxpayer is advised to consult their tax professional. VELUX America, Inc. assumes no liability regarding the homeowner’s ability to obtain tax credits.