The City of Laurel recently passed legislation adopting a tax credit program for purchasers of foreclosed homes within the City of Laurel, Maryland.
Home buyers tax credit to purchase Laurel foreclosures – Now in effect, the legislation offers a five-year descending City tax credit of up to $3500 for buyers purchasing their primary residence within Laurel City limits. Under the program, eligible buyers will receive credit for 100% of their City property taxes up to $3500 for two years following purchase. In subsequent years, three to five, the credit will decrease to 75%, 50%, and 25% respectively.
Home buyers tax credit to purchase Laurel foreclosures is now available if the property is deemed to be a “distressed property” the purchaser may be eligible for an extended credit. As with similar programs, the credit terminates when the initial purchaser ceases to occupy the home as their primary residence.
To learn more and obtain application forms please visit:
City of Laurel
8103 Sandy Spring Road
Laurel, MD 20707
301-725-5300
www.cityoflaurel.org
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