No, you cannot deduct your rent on your federal tax return. However, self-employed taxpayers and businesses may be able to deduct rent from business property, including through the home office deduction. The IRS defines rent as any amount you pay to use property you don't own.

You cannot claim tax relief for rent paid to a local authority or a State agency, or for rent paid under a lease agreement for 50 years or more.

You can prepare the form on TurboTax but you have to print it and mail it in. Go to State Taxes. ... look for the Other Forms You May Need screen (towards the end of the interview, past the estimated taxes and extension topics).

You may check on the status of your Property Tax/Rent Rebate Claim form online through myPATH or by calling the automated toll-free number, 1-888-PA TAXES (728-2937). Please be prepared to provide your Social Security number, the claim year and your date of birth.

If you live in private rented accommodation and pay income tax, you may be eligible for tax relief on part of your rent.

There is not a rent deduction or credit on your Federal return. If your state has anything for renters you will be prompted to enter your rent info when you complete your state return.

The actual amount rebated to applicants will vary based on income and heating expenses, up to a maximum rebate of $792 per year. The refund will be paid in one to four installments, depending on when the application is submitted and approved. Check the status of your rebate or call 303-238-7378.

Up to 31 December 2017, you could claim a tax credit if you paid for private rented accommodation. This included rent paid for flats, apartments or houses. It did not include rent paid to local authorities or the army.

Phone: 651-296-3781 or 1-800-652-9094 (toll-free) Email: individual.incometax@state.mn.us. If you request an RPA by email, only include the last four digits of Social Security Numbers.