Credits for Real Estate/Property Taxes
The following are credits available to specific homeowners and renters in Maryland and in Cecil and Queen Anne Counties. Click on each for more information:
- The Homestead Credit. State-wide. Limits increases to state and local real estate taxes. Only need to apply once while on the same property.
- Homeowners’ Property Tax Credit. State-wide. Based on income and net worth, it can reduce the amount of RE taxes paid. Must apply each year.
- Renters’ Tax Credit Program. State-wide. For renters who meet certain conditions.
- Senior Tax Credit. Cecil County. 20% credit. Must be >= 65 as of June 30, 2025, lived in property >= 10 years as of June 30, 2025, have income < $150,000 and property assessed at <= $500,000.
- Veterans Tax Credit. Cecil County. 20% credit. Must be >= 65 as of June 30, 2025, have income < $150,000 and property assessed at <= $500,000. Active, Retired, Honorably Discharged, or Surviving Spouse.
- Sworn Officer Tax Credit. Cecil County. %?? Income < $150,000 and property assessed at <= $500,000, be a sworn officer employed by Cecil County.
- Retired or Disabled Veterans’ Tax Credit. Queen Anne County. 20% of the County Property Tax. For Retired or Disabled Veterans >= 65 or unmarried surviving spouses.
- Emergency Worker Tax Credit. Queen Anne County.
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