Can we file married filing separately if only spouse purchased house in 2009 to get credit?

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My husband bought our house in 2009 using only his income so I am not on the mortgage papers.  We always file separately.  Can we still do that, but how would he get the full credit up to 8000?
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Call the IRS.

1-800-829-1040
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If one of you has owned a principal residence within the last three years, neither of you is qualified for the first time buyer's credit.   It does not matter whose name the house is in or whether or not you file separately.

Call the IRS to confirm.



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Hello:)

This question you should ask the person that does your taxes.
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Cristina H. Garcia, Realtor
DRE#01376480
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