First-time homebuyers may be able to take advantage of a tax credit for homes purchased in 2008, 2009, 2010 or 2011. Review our question and answer pages to find the information you need on: Repaying the credit Claiming the credit on your tax return Basic information Homes purchased in 2008 Homes purchased after Dec. 31, 2008 Scenarios Return to: First-Time Homebuyer Credit IRS Information Related to the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009