Wednesday, February 22, 2012

STAR Exemption Deadline is March 1

If you own and live in your home and your combined income is less than $500,000, you are entitled to claim a STAR exemption.  This reduces your school taxes by exempting the first $30,000 of your primary residence's value from being taxed.


There is also an enhanced STAR program for those aged 65 and better.  This provides tax relief on the first $62,200 of property value.  Eligibility requires a maximum combined (all homeowners) income upper limit of $79,050.


Additional information may be found on the Department of Taxation and Finance web page. A printable STAR form may be found at this link.


The filing deadline is less than a week away. Forms may be dropped off at the Town Assessor's office.


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