Q: Can I get a refund from a CRP if I live in a GRH apartment on SSI?
I'm living in a Group Residential Housing (GRH) apartment and received a Certificate of Rent Paid (CRP) from my apartment company, which shows what I paid. I am on SSI and nothing in my finances has changed. Can I apply for a refund or get money back based on the CRP?
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Since you're living in a Group Residential Housing (GRH) apartment and receiving SSI, the Certificate of Rent Paid (CRP) you received likely won't qualify you for a standard renter's property tax refund. In Minnesota, GRH payments are usually not eligible for the renter’s property tax refund program because your housing costs are already subsidized by government funds.
However, in certain cases, if you personally paid any additional amount above what the GRH program covers, you might be able to receive a refund for that excess portion. It depends specifically on whether you've paid rent out-of-pocket beyond your GRH assistance.
To confirm your eligibility clearly, you should contact the Minnesota Department of Revenue directly or discuss your individual situation with a tax professional. They will guide you through exactly how the rules apply to your specific situation. Remember, your SSI benefits alone won't impact eligibility, but the source and nature of your rent payments do.
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