How Do I Claim the MN Renter’s Credit (M1Rent)?

Starting with tax year 2024, Minnesota changed how renters claim their credit.

👉 Renters must now use Schedule M1RENT to claim the Renter’s Credit on Form M1 (Minnesota Individual Income Tax Return). This replaces the previous process of filing Form M1PR for renters. 

✅ What Is the MN Renter’s Credit?

The Renter’s Credit is a refundable credit based on:

• Rent paid during the year
• Household income

✅ Key Details:

• Claimed on Form M1 using Schedule M1RENT
• Included in your Minnesota income tax refund
• No separate refund is issued 

✅ Who Qualifies?

To qualify, you must:

• Be a full-year or part-year Minnesota resident
• Have paid rent on property subject to property tax (or payments in lieu of tax)
• Not be claimed as a dependent
• Have household income generally below ~$77,570

🧾 Required Documentation (CRP)

You must have a Certificate of Rent Paid (CRP):

• Provided by your landlord by January 31
• Shows total rent paid for the year
• Required to complete Schedule M1RENT 

If You Don’t Receive a CRP:

• Contact your landlord
• If unresolved, contact the MN Department of Revenue
• You may need a Rent Paid Affidavit (RPA)

🧭 How to Enter in TaxSlayer

To claim the Renter’s Credit:

1. Go to State Section
2. Select Minnesota Return (M1)
3. Go to Credits
4. Choose Renter’s Credit (Schedule M1RENT) 

💰 How the Refund Works

• The credit is refundable
• It is combined with your MN income tax refund
• It is not issued separately like prior years 

To check refund status:

• Use MN “Where’s My Refund” tool
• Select Property Tax if applicable

🏠 Special Situations

Assisted Living / Nursing Homes

• May still qualify if:
  • You paid rent with your own funds
  • You received a CRP household income

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