Michigan wants to help more homeowners get tax credits

Individual income tax: property tax credit; taxable value cap on homestead eligibility for credit; increase and modify adjustment factor. Amends sec. 520 of 1967 PA 281 (MCL 206.520).

Introduced· 2025-02-18

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Who's it for: Everyday People

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Plain‑English summary, cross‑checked against the official bill text.

This bill raises the home value limit so more people can get a break on their property taxes.

Our take

What we think, in plain words.

Right now, if your home is worth too much, you cannot get Michigan's property tax credit. But home prices have gone up a lot lately. This bill raises the cutoff to 196,500 dollars. It also makes sure the limit keeps growing as housing prices go up. This is a simple change that will save ordinary homeowners money at tax time.

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The facts

What the bill actually says, no spin.

Raises the base home value limit for the property tax credit to 196,500 dollars.
Changes the math so the limit grows with housing prices instead of regular inflation.
Allows more people to qualify for the tax break starting in 2025.
Does not change the rules for renters who claim the credit.