Things to Know: Montana Elderly Homeowner/Renter Credit Program

The Montana Elderly Homeowner/Renter Credit program is a property tax relief program that provides a refundable income tax credit of up to $1,150.

This credit is subject to the ARPA Savings Clause; therefore, if the savings clause is triggered, the credit will revert to the previous maximum of $1,000. For 2022, however, the clause was not triggered, thereby assuring that the new maximum will be in effect for this year.

Elderly Montana homeowners or renters (age 62 or older) may qualify for this credit even if they do not have to file an income tax return.

You are eligible for this credit if, d...