The State of Montana has been enjoying the spoils of a legislation that is controlled by Republicans of a Property Tax Rebate. People who want to apply for it have until October 1 to file their claim. Those who are already eligible for it have been cashing in on $675 that are very helpful for the month’s expenses. Governor Gianforte was the one who approved this measure because property tax on a feederal level is too high. He aims to get some relief to those who suffered paying for property taxes. The way to qualify for this rebate is for taxpayers to have lived and owned in a Montana home for at least seven months during 2022. This rebate amounts to the property taxes paid to reside in Montana during 2022.
How to get property tax rebate in Montana 2023?
If you qualify for this rebate, the best way to claim this property tax rebate is by applying at either getmyrebate.mt.gov or by paper form. However, the fastest way to get this rebate is to apply online. Montana residents need to make sure they apply before that October 1 deadline. This application needs a physical address, the geocode, the amount of property taxes paid during 2022 as shown on the property tax bill. You will also need the names and social security numbers of all the people who live in that same residence, regardless of their age. Namely, the spouse and all dependents.
There are many useful tools created by the Department of Revenue at the website that will help all taxpayers put together this information. There is even a video that shows you how to find a property’s geocode. During this application process, taxpayers do have the choice to get their property tax rebate through their bank account or sent through the mail in the form of a check. In 2024, another property tax rebate is coming with the same conditions as the one from 2023 and the same $675 amount.
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