Great news for Pennsylvania residents facing financial difficulties! Governor of Pennsylvania Tom Shapiro recently stated that a $266 million program offering a property tax rebate to eligible households. The main goal is to alleviate the financial hardship and encourage a stable economy among the ones within the state that are in need the most.
What are the details of the Property Tax Rebate Program of Pennsylvania?
The program offers payments from $650, up to $975. The amount you will receive depends on your income level and some other factors which will be explained later in this article. This is to make sure that the people who are within the low-income group and struggle the most get the best of help out of the government of Pennsylvania. In addition, senior homeowners (who are above 65 years) might have a chance to receive a total benefit up to $1,325.
What are the eligibility requirements to get Property Tax and Rent Rebate?
To qualify for the program, you must meet the following criteria:
- Age: Residents who are older than 65 are eligible for this program. However, there are some exceptions too. Widows who are over 50 are also able to apply for this program as well as the individuals with disabilities aged 18 and older are also welcome to make an application.
- Residency: You must be surely a resident of the state of Pennsylvania and have been a primary residence for a minimum of six months in the current year.
- Income Level: Your household income must be within the program’s income range, which depends on the number of people in your household. You can find the specific income limits on the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue website. In a nutshell, it is
- $35,000 for homeowners
- $15,000 for renters
- Property Type: The program applies to both homeowners and renters who occupy property that serves as only their primary residence.
How to apply for Property Tax and Rent Rebate?
Applications for the property tax and rent rebate program will be available online. You can also submit your paper applications to Pennsylvania Department of Revenue as well. The applications has already started on July1st, 2024. You can access the application form and find detailed instructions on the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue website.
Application Period: Applications for the year 2023 have started to be accepted from July 1st, 2024, through December 31st, 2024. It is highly important to meet the deadline for the beneficiaries.
When will you receive the payment: The whole process might take up to 6-8 weeks.
Do you need any help?
If you will have any doubts about the eligibility criteria or during your application process, you can either visit the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue website or call the customer service hotline, which is 1-717-787-8196.
Financial Boost on Pennsylvania Residents
This program is planned to be a huge relief for many Pennsylvania residents that are trying to deal with rising costs for a long time especially after Covid-19. The property tax and rent rebate program aims to provide eminently essential financial assistance to those struggling to make ends meet. The program directs its resources towards low- and moderate-income households, making sure those who struggle the most get the help they need.
Governor Shapiro’s Commitment to Helping its Citizens
Governor of Pennsylvania, Tom Shapiro presents his dedication and will to support the residents of Pennsylvania during financial hardship with this program. Hence, the property tax and rent rebate program clearly manifests the state government’s dedicative approach to provide financial help to its residents especially with the current circumstances of financial crisis.
