New Jersey began distributing property tax relief payments this week, reaching roughly 300,000 residents, the state Treasury Department reported. The department mailed checks Monday and processed direct deposits Tuesday for seniors and Social Security disability recipients who submitted the PAS-1 form.
Treasury officials said they will begin sending payments to other residents on Oct. 1. The department automatically filed applications for many households under age 65 who are not receiving Social Security disability benefits. Residents who did not receive a confirmation letter may submit an application on their own by Oct. 31.
The payments come through the state’s ANCHOR program, which helps homeowners and renters reduce the burden of property taxes. Homeowners can receive up to $1,500, and renters up to $450. Seniors in both groups receive an additional $250.
Applicants filing online must verify their identity and have their 2024 property tax details and gross income available. The online application allows residents to claim ANCHOR benefits and, where eligible, other related programs. Residents can submit or check their application here.
Residents qualify for ANCHOR if they occupied a New Jersey property as their principal residence on Oct. 1, 2024. Homeowners must have earned $250,000 or less in gross income for 2024. Renters must have paid rent under their own name, lived in a property subject to local property taxes, and earned $150,000 or less. Treasury officials urged residents to file promptly to ensure timely payment.
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