Buying your first home? Give yourself some credit! Ask your lender about the FirstHomes Tax Credit from Rhode Island Housing. If you are an eligible Rhode Island homebuyer, you could receive a tax credit up to $2,000 a year for the life of your mortgage. To learn more, including a list of FirstHomes Tax Credit Approved Lenders, visit firsthomestaxcredit.org or call 401-457-1101.