More than three million NJ homeowners and renters are eligible for property tax relief under the ANCHOR program. Many of them have still not applied to receive tax relief of up to $1,500 per household.
 
The deadline for the ANCHOR Tax Relief Program has been extended a second time to Tuesday, Feb. 28 to ensure all eligible residents can benefit from the program.
 
To be eligible for this year's benefit, you must have occupied your primary residence on Oct. 1, 2019. You must also file (or be exempt from) NJ income taxes. Tax relief is available according to the following criteria, based on 2019 income:

• Homeowners with income under $150,000 can receive a $1,500 rebate
• Homeowners with income between $150,000 and $250,000 can receive a $1,000 rebate
• Renters with income under $150,000 can receive a $450 payment 

For more information or to apply, call 888-238-1233 or visit nj.gov/treasury/taxation/anchor. Payments are expected to be issued in late spring regardless of the applicant's filing date. They will be issued in the form of checks or direct deposits and are not subject to federal or state income tax.
 
If you need assistance filling out your application, call the North Bergen Public Library at 201-869-4715 and a member of the staff will assist you.