Twin Cities homeowners can claim bigger refunds

Minnesotans who qualify for a homestead tax credit will get extra cash back from the state this year — no additional paperwork required.

Catch up fast: The divided Legislature approved a one-time credit increase of nearly 15% as part of an end-of-session deal.

• The goal was to provide relief from rising property taxes.

Who's eligible: Full- and part-year residents with a household income under $142,490 who owned (and lived in) their home as of Jan. 2, 2026.

• The property must be classified as a homestead and recipients can't owe any delinquent property taxes.

What to expect: If you already filed for your 2025 Homestead Credit Refund — or plan to do so soon — the state Department of Revenue will adjust your return for you and add the increase to your refund.

• Those who file after mid-July will see the expanded credit reflected in the online filing system.

📆 The deadline for filing for a 2025 refund is Aug. 16.