As if the cost of owning a home in New Jersey couldn't get any more expensive, the property tax rates across the state reached a record high in 2024.

You could be leaving thousands of dollars in tax breaks on the table if you live in New Jersey, including an opportunity to cut your property tax bill in half, but your time to apply is running out.

Property taxes primarily fund local services like schools, police, and road construction. Towns with more businesses or higher-valued homes can set lower tax rates. Tax-exempt properties, such as ...

New Jersey has been doling out millions of dollars in property tax benefits to homeowners and renters. But the tax relief program has changed this year. It’s the first time senior homeowners — not ...

New Jersey residents who are seniors or collecting social security disability benefits can now apply for property tax relief. An application is available on the state's website. The deadline to apply ...

In fact, New Jersey ranks as the ninth most expensive state for homebuying in America and New Jersey’s property tax rates are the highest in the country, according to a report by Real estate expert ...

New Jersey residents are feeling the financial strain of rising property taxes and energy costs, prompting many to reconsider ...

Christine Matus of The Matus Law Group ( released practical guidance to help households navigate real estate transfers among ...

Several US states are providing tax relief payments before the end of 2025 to help residents cope with rising living costs.

Property taxes. All homeowners pay them, but no one enjoys writing the check. That annoyance might change soon, however.