New Yorkers looking to switch the status of their School Tax Relief exemption program, which provides an exemption on a portion of school property taxes or a rebate check for older eligible homeowners, are encouraged to do so by Dec. 31.
In New York, there are two types of STAR programs — the School Tax Relief Program Basic and the Enhanced School Tax Relief. New Yorkers cannot receive benefits from both programs but can make the switch from the STAR credit to the STAR exemption if eligible. While New Yorkers can switch from the STAR credit to the STAR exemption anytime during the year, applying on or before Dec. 31 of the year of the credit will ensure applicants see the STAR exemption on their school tax bill in the year they registered for.
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The Basic STAR exemption is offered by New York City and will…
