Welfare
How to qualify for the $600 aid check in New York in December
Some New York residents may be eligible to receive financial aid in the form of a $600 relief check. Here are the requirements and how to apply.
Some New York State residents may be eligible for a one-time refund check of up to $600. This is made possible through the School Tax Relief program, popularly known as STAR. Through this program, homeowners can get financial assistance and save on property taxes.
People who are already enrolled in the program will receive their refund at the end of the year. However, those who are interested in receiving it next year have until Dec. 31, 2024 to register. Here are the requirements to apply for the aid.
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How to qualify for the $600 aid check in New York in December
There are two versions of the STAR program: the basic version and the enhanced version. In the first version, the maximum reimbursement to be received is $250, while in the second, it is $650. These are the requirements to be eligible for the basic STAR:
- Homeownership, regardless of age
- Home must be the applicant's primary residence
- A maximum household income of $500,000 per year
As for the Enhanced STAR (E-STAR) program, the requirements to apply for assistance are the following:
- At least one owner must be 65 or older by the end of the year
- Household income of $98,700 or less in 2024, or $107,300 or less by 2025
- Be enrolled in STAR Basic
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If you are unsure whether you are enrolled in the STAR Program, you can check your status by contacting the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance.
If you are not enrolled, you will need to submit an application to the department. For more information, visit the official STAR Program website or call (518) 457-2036.
In some counties, the registration deadline is March 1, 2025.
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