Get Your First Name And Middle Initial Your Last Name (for A Joint Claim, Enter Spouse's Name On Line

Filling out the IT-217 Claim for Farmers’ School Tax Credit form correctly is crucial to ensuring you receive the credit you are eligible for. This guide provides clear instructions on how to navigate the required fields, making the process simple and straightforward for all users.

Follow the steps to successfully complete your form.

1. Click the ‘Get Form’ button to access the IT-217 form and open it in your chosen editor.
2. Begin by entering your first name and middle initial in the designated field, followed by your last name. If you are filing a joint claim, be sure to add your spouse’s information on the following line.
3. Next, input your spouse's first name and middle initial, along with their last name and identification number. This ensures accurate representation for both individuals in the joint claim.
4. Fill in your mailing address, including street number, city or village, state, and ZIP code. This information is vital for the processing of your claim.
5. Proceed to Part I - Eligibility. Answer questions A through D concerning agricultural property and eligibility criteria. Be sure to follow any instructions provided along with the form for clarity.
6. In Part II, compute your credit by entering the required information across lines 1 to 19. Pay close attention as you may need to perform calculations based on previous data you've collected.
7. If applicable, fill out Parts III through VI regarding any partnerships, S corporations, or trusts. This section is important to detail your share of qualified agricultural property and related taxes.
8. Review the entire form for accuracy, ensuring all sections are completed and that calculations are checked for errors.
9. Once finalized, save the changes to your form. You may then choose to download, print, or share the completed form as required.

Start filling out the form online to secure your farmers’ school tax credit today.