Can i file for tax credit if previous owner installed a 95% HE furnace since he didn't file it?

Question

I placed a bid on home the other day.  the owner had rjust eplaced the furnace with one that is eligible for the tax credit.  fars i know, he didn't file for the tax credits. if i end up buying the house, i get the receipts and if he didn't file for the tax credits, will it be lawful for me to file and receive the tax credits?

thanks

Answer 1

You cannot get a credit for a purchase you did not make.  The current owner may take any available credit for 2009 although he sold the house before he files his taxes.

Answer 2

no, it won't.

the receipts will date from before your deed to the house, so .... no

Answer 3

No, you didn't buy it and pay for it.  Buying the house doesn't matter.