Hi.

I think you would be eligable for the 8k - I would call a Title Company - here is one that I find super helpful - Eden Toothman @ 510.527.2453

Good luck and let me know what you find out -


Scott
415.225.4593

Hi Curiousp,

I agree with Vicky, and here are some sites to do some research regarding your situation:

http://www.irs.gov/newsroom/article/0,,id=206294,00.html First-Time Homebuyer Credit: Scenarios
http://www.irs.gov/newsroom/article/0,,id=206293,00.html First-Time Homebuyer Credit: 2009 Scenarios
http://www.federalhousingtaxcredit.com/2009/faq.php#1 NAHB FAQ for the $8K tax credit

Best, Steve

Call the IRS or a tax attorney to be sure, but I suspect you're OK if your name was never on the deed or mortgage and your husband (now ex) was and is the one claiming the mortgage interest deduction.