Annual Property Tax/Rent Rebate Clinics hosted by Rep. Martin Causer, R-Turtlepoint, will continue during the week of March 3 with the following events:
Bradford Senior Center, 60 Campus Drive: 9 to 11 a.m. Monday
Oswayo Valley Senior Center, 128 Lyons St., Shinglehouse: 9 to 11 a.m. Tuesday
Austin Borough Office, 21 Turner St.: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday
Coudersport Senior Center, 165 Route 6 West: 10 a.m. to noon Thursday
The service is free, and no appointment is required.
The Property Tax/Rent Rebate program benefits eligible residents 65 years and older; widows and widowers 50 years and older; and people with disabilities 18 years and older. This year’s income limit is $46,520 for both homeowners and renters; be sure to exclude 50% of Social Security or railroad retirement income. The maximum rebate is $1,000.
To file for the rebate, residents must have the following documentation to allow claims to be processed:
Renters will need a 2024 PA Rent Certificate, completed by their landlord, or statement from HUD office; 2024 proof of income, such as Social Security/Disability Form 1099, employment W-2, Pension/Retirement Form 1099 and Interest/Dividends Form 1099; and a driver’s license or photo identification. Some may also need to bring a death certificate.
Homeowners will need proof of 2024 paid property taxes to their county, municipality and school district; 2024 proof of income, such as Social Security/Disability Form 1099, employment W-2, Pension/Retirement Form 1099 and Interest/Dividends Form 1099; and a driver’s license or photo identification. Some may also need to bring a death certificate, life lease or deed.
Applicants who wish to receive their rebates through direct deposit should bring a check for account information. If not, paper checks will be mailed. Disbursements should begin after July 1.
Assistance is also available at Causer’s offices in Bradford, 78 Main St., (814) 362-4400; Coudersport, 107 S. Main St., (814) 274-9769; or Kane, 54 Fraley St., (814) 837-0880. Residents may also apply online at mypath.pa.gov.
