Tax & Rent Rebates

A: This Pennsylvania Lottery-funded rebate program benefits those age 65 and older, widows and widowers age 50 and older, and people with disabilities age 18 and older. Rebate amounts vary from $250 - $650 or more depending on the filer’s status. To be eligible, the annual income limit for homeowners cannot exceed $35,000 or $15,000 for renters. Only half of Social Security income is included in this calculation.

A: Yes, the deadline to apply for a rebate on property taxes or rent paid in the previous year is June 30^th of the current year. For example, the deadline to apply for a rebate for property taxes or rent paid in 2014 is June 30, 2015.

A: Applications can be downloaded from the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue’s website, requested by email (ra-forms@pa.gov), or by calling (800) 362-2050. Forms are also available at your local state legislator’s office or the Lancaster County Office of Aging [Ph: (717) 299-7979 or website].

A: You may download instructions at http://www.revenue.state.pa.us or call (888) 222-9190. Assistance is also available at most state legislators’ offices or by calling the Lancaster County Office of Aging at 717-299-7979.

A: The Revenue Department starts mailing rebate checks for property taxes or rent paid in the previous year on July 1^st. For example, rebate checks for property taxes or rent paid in 2014 is July 1, 2015. To check on the status of your rebate claim, call toll-free: 1-888-222-9190.