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Tax Credits for New Home Purchase / First-Time Buyer
The New Home / First-Time Buyer Credits are available only for purchases that close escrow on or after May 1, 2010. / more+
Check your refund status
Check the status of your California income tax refund. / more+
MyFTB Account
Verify your estimated tax payments or amounts transferred from a previous year before you claim them on your return. View your FTB-issued 1099-G or 1099-INT records. / more+
Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
EITC is a refundable federal income tax credit for low-income working individuals and families. / more+
Largest California income tax delinquencies
We are required by law to publish an annual list of the largest delinquent income tax accounts over $100,000. / more+

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