Follow the steps to successfully complete the NYC-208 form.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the form and open it in the editor.
2. Enter your identifying information. This includes your first name, middle initial, last name, date of birth, and social security number. If filing jointly, also provide your spouse's details.
3. Input your current mailing address. Ensure that you include the apartment number, city, state, ZIP code, and country if not in the United States.
4. Specify the street address of your New York City residence that qualifies for this credit, if different from your mailing address.
5. Determine your eligibility by marking an 'X' in the appropriate boxes for lines 1 through 5. If you do not meet the eligibility criteria, you should stop filling out the form.
6. Complete details for all household members, including their first names, last names, and social security numbers. Submit additional sheets if necessary.
7. Determine your household gross income by entering the total amounts for all sources of income received during 2018. This includes federal adjusted gross income and other relevant income.
8. Compute real property tax if you are a renter by entering the total rent paid during 2018 and adjusting it based on any specified circumstances.
9. Compute the credit amount by entering the numbers from your previous calculations and following the instructions provided for line calculations.
10. Enter your direct deposit information if applicable, and mark the refund choice if you are not filing with a New York State income tax return.
11. Sign the form, ensuring that both you and your spouse, if applicable, provide necessary signatures and dates.
12. Review the completed form for accuracy before saving changes, downloading, printing, or sharing as needed.

Complete your NYC-208 form online today and secure your tax credit!