--- title: DC First Time Homebuyer Tax Credit description: The First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credit offers valuable tax savings for first-time buyers in Washington DC through lower closing costs and tax liability. --- [Skip to content](https://www.borgersonhomeloans.com/dc-first-time-homebuyer-tax-credit#main-content) [![Matt-Borgerson-Team-Harpoon-1](https://www.borgersonhomeloans.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Matt-Borgerson-Team-Harpoon-1.png?width=400&height=162&name=Matt-Borgerson-Team-Harpoon-1.png)](https://www.borgersonhomeloans.com/) - Financing Show submenu for Financing - [Conventional Home Loans](https://www.borgersonhomeloans.com/conventional-home-loans) - [Adjustable Rate Mortgages](https://www.borgersonhomeloans.com/adjustable-rate-mortgages) - [Jumbo Loans](https://www.borgersonhomeloans.com/jumbo-loan-programs) - [Refinancing](https://www.borgersonhomeloans.com/mortgage-refinancing-programs) - [Buyer Q&A Sessions](https://www.borgersonhomeloans.com/homebuyer-seminars) - [Resources](https://www.borgersonhomeloans.com/blog) - Locations Show submenu for Locations - [Virginia](https://www.borgersonhomeloans.com/locations/virginia) - [Washington, D.C.](https://www.borgersonhomeloans.com/locations/washington-dc) - [Maryland](https://www.borgersonhomeloans.com/locations/maryland) Open main navigation Close main navigation - Financing Show submenu for Financing - [Conventional Home Loans](https://www.borgersonhomeloans.com/conventional-home-loans) - [Adjustable Rate Mortgages](https://www.borgersonhomeloans.com/adjustable-rate-mortgages) - [Jumbo Loans](https://www.borgersonhomeloans.com/jumbo-loan-programs) - [Refinancing](https://www.borgersonhomeloans.com/mortgage-refinancing-programs) - [Buyer Q&A Sessions](https://www.borgersonhomeloans.com/homebuyer-seminars) - [Resources](https://www.borgersonhomeloans.com/blog) - Locations Show submenu for Locations - [Virginia](https://www.borgersonhomeloans.com/locations/virginia) - [Washington, D.C.](https://www.borgersonhomeloans.com/locations/washington-dc) - [Maryland](https://www.borgersonhomeloans.com/locations/maryland) - [Contact us](https://www.borgersonhomeloans.com/#contact) [Contact us](https://www.borgersonhomeloans.com/#contact) # First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credit: Save on Your First Home ## Tax Savings | Reduced Closing Costs | First-Time Buyer Support The First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credit offers valuable tax savings for first-time buyers in Washington, D.C. It’s designed to reduce closing costs and lower overall tax liability. Ideal for first-time buyers seeking financial support, this tax credit provides significant savings, making homeownership more affordable. In D.C., it helps reduce upfront expenses and ongoing property taxes. ## What Is the DC First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credit? A First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credit reduces taxes for first-time buyers. ![Copy of Untitled (29.7 x 21 cm) (15)](https://www.borgersonhomeloans.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Copy%20of%20Untitled%20(29.7%20x%2021%20cm)%20(15).jpg?width=1200&height=630&name=Copy%20of%20Untitled%20(29.7%20x%2021%20cm)%20(15).jpg "Copy of Untitled (29.7 x 21 cm) (15)") - **Tax Savings:** Lowers overall tax liability. - **Reduced Closing Costs:** Helps cover closing expenses. - **First-Time Buyer Support:** Tailored for new homeowners. - **Income Eligibility:** Available for moderate-income buyers. - **D.C. Specific Benefits:** Unique tax credits for D.C. residents. ## Who Qualifies for a First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credit? First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credits are for new buyers in D.C. - **First-Time Buyers:** Must be purchasing their first home. - **D.C. Residency:** Available only to D.C. residents. - **Income Limits:** Varies by household size and income. - **Primary Residence Requirement:** Home must be the buyer's main residence. - **Tax Liability:** Must owe taxes to receive the credit. *Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and should not be considered tax advice. 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