Am I eligible?

 In order to be eligible, all of the following conditions must be met:

  • You must be 65 years or older and own and occupy the property as a homestead.  If you’re married, your spouse must also be at least 65 when the first deferral is granted.
  • Your total household income cannot exceed $60,000 in the calendar year prior to the year you apply.
  • At least one of the homeowners must have owned and occupied the property as their homestead for at least 15 years prior to the year of application.  
  • There can be no state or federal tax liens or judgment liens on the property.
  • Total of debts secured by mortgages and other liens against the property cannot exceed 75 percent of the property’s estimated market value.


Source: MN Revenue Deferral Application

FAQ's

Am I still eligible if I have a reverse mortgage?

Am I still eligible if my home needs a lot of repairs?