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Property Tax Relief Checks Sent Out Across New Jersey

Property Tax Relief Checks Sent Out Across New Jersey

Summary

New Jersey senior homeowners are set to receive property tax relief payments as part of the Stay NJ program. The initiative aims to help seniors manage the high property tax rates in the state.

Key Facts

  • Over 430,000 senior homeowners in New Jersey will receive property tax relief payments.
  • These payments are the first installment from the Stay NJ program, which was promised by state lawmakers about three years ago.
  • New Jersey has the highest property tax rate in the U.S., prompting financial struggles for many residents.
  • The Stay NJ program applies to seniors aged 65 and older with annual incomes up to $500,000.
  • The program plans to reimburse 50% of property tax bills, with a 2025 benefit cap of $6,500.
  • Applications for the next round of benefits are open, with a deadline of November 2, 2026.
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