Author: Lower Southampton Township

In just over two weeks, applications will open for the 2024 Property Tax/Rent Rebate program. This year, the program has been expanded to include more Pennsylvanians and to provide a larger rebate to help offset the impacts of inflation. Over 600,000 Pennsylvanians will now qualify for a maximum rebate of $1,000 (up from $650 last year).

The income limits have increased so if you believe you qualify under the expansion, please reach out to either State Representative Joe Hogan’s district office at 215-752-6750 (Penndel) or 215-942-4067 (Lower Southampton). If you prefer, use this link to find out more information.

For those seeking assistance with the application process, State Representative Hogan will be hosting a workshop on Friday, Feb. 9, at the Sarah Mitchell Community Center, 1500 Desire Ave., Feasterville-Trevose, from 5-7 p.m. His team will be on hand to answer questions about the program and help you complete your application.

Click the Link to watch the Public Service Announcement from Bucks County Sheriff Fred Harran relating to ongoing scams:

https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/sek0eot5v4vp22m8ny3l4/Scam-Alert-Bucks-County-Sheriff-Nov2-023-Final.m4v?rlkey=gtlojmadnns5l4vikah5fkbt8&dl=0

Older adults and Pennsylvanians with disabilities have until Dec. 31 to apply for the state’s 2022 Property Tax/Rent Rebate program. Remember, assistance through State Representative Joe Hogan’s Lower Southampton or Penndel offices is always free. You need not pay a private firm for assistance. When preparing to come in to apply, please bring with you:

1099 Social Security statements
If an owner, your paid tax receipts (contact your local tax collector)
If a renter, a completed rent certificate.
Your driver’s license

The rebate program benefits eligible Pennsylvanians age 65 and older; widows and widowers age 50 and older; and people with disabilities age 18 and older. The income limit is $35,000 a year for homeowners and $15,000 annually for renters, and half of Social Security income is excluded.

For additional information and applications, click here.