HARRISBURG, Dec. 3, 2013 – Pennsylvania’s extended deadline for people to apply for property tax/rent rebates is fast approaching, state Senator Judy Schwank (D-Berks) reminded residents today.
The deadline to submit free applications for the program – which is designed for eligible Pennsylvanians who are at least 65 years old, are widows and widowers who are at least 50 years old, and people with disabilities age 18 and older – is Dec. 31.
“The commonwealth gave participants and interested applicants another six months this summer to turn in their applications, but time is running out,” Schwank said. “Please don’t let the hustle and bustle of this month keep you from receiving rebates that could make a difference in each applicant’s life.”
In addition to the age requirements for participation, a homeowner or renter could receive a rebate if they became permanently disabled during the claim year, which would be 2012.
There are income guidelines, too, Schwank said.
Homeowners and renters who earn less than $8,000 a year are eligible to receive a rebate of up to the maximum $650. Homeowners who make between $18,001 and $35,000 can receive up to $250, while the minimum eligibility for renters is a $500 rebate for those making between $8,001 and $15,000. Proof of age and income are required.
“If applicants need assistance filling out the free form, we can help,” the senator said.
Call Schwank’s district office at 610-929-2151 to request an application or ask questions, or visit the Department of Revenue’s website, www.revenue.state.pa.us, to download an application. Requests for rebate applications by mail will be accepted until Dec. 20.
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