New rebates like the MN appliance rebate enable consumers to take advantage of the state’s $5 million-plus in tax breaks while getting rid of old, energy-hogging technology. Other states have similar appliance rebate programs in place to give you a cash advance at tax time. Thanks to the Arrowhead Electric Cooperative blog from Lutsen, Minnesota, here are some of the specifics of theMinnesota appliance rebate 2010.

This is all part of a larger national program called the Trade-in & Save Appliance Program, which in turn is an arm of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). For Minnesota, it is estimated that 25,450 homeowners will receive a tax rebate if they get rid of their old refrigerators, dishwashers and other appliances for more energy-efficient ENERGY STAR models. Purchases must be made within the state in which you’re filing (in this case, Minnesota) between March 1 and 31, 2010. Retroactive rebates will not be allowed and the MN appliance rebate shall only apply to appliances used in the taxpayer’s residence – commercial and rental properties won’t count.