Residents of Montana who paid property taxes during the 2023 fiscal year can now apply for a one-time stimulus check of up to $675 through the state’s newly launched property tax rebate program. This initiative aims to provide financial relief to homeowners facing rising living costs. Applications must be submitted by October 1, 2024, with no extensions available for late submissions.
What is the $675 Stimulus Check?
The $675 stimulus check serves as a tax rebate for homeowners who paid property taxes on their primary residence for at least seven months in 2023. The amount of the rebate is based on the property taxes paid, with a maximum rebate of $675. The program seeks to alleviate some of the financial burdens that homeowners are experiencing due to increased living expenses.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the rebate, homeowners must meet specific conditions, including:
- Homeownership: The property must be a single-family residence, apartment, condo, or a mobile home on up to one acre of land.
- Residency: The property must serve as the homeowner’s primary residence.
- Ownership Duration: Applicants must have owned the home for a minimum of seven months during the 2023 fiscal year.
- Property Tax Payment: All relevant property taxes must have been paid for the fiscal year 2023.
Additionally, individuals applying on behalf of deceased homeowners, as well as trust grantors and beneficiaries of revocable trusts, may also qualify if they meet the program’s requirements.
Application Requirements
To successfully apply for the $675 rebate, applicants need to provide:
- A valid Social Security Number for identity verification.
- The geographic code of the property to confirm it falls within Montana.
- The MPTR23 form, which can be downloaded from the Montana Department of Revenue’s website. Applications using outdated forms, such as MPTR22, will not be accepted.
How to Apply
The application process is user-friendly. Applications opened on August 15, 2024, and must be submitted by October 1, 2024. To apply:
- Visit the Montana Department of Revenue’s website.
- Download the MPTR23 form and complete the required information.
- Submit your application to the Department for review.
Once submitted, applicants will receive notification regarding their eligibility. Please note that it may take several weeks for the payment to process, so it is advisable to apply early to avoid delays.
