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Tax Assistance Programs for Senior Citizens and Blind/Disabled Persons

The State of California Homeowner and Renter Assistance program provides direct cash reimbursement for part of the property taxes on the homes of qualified persons with total household incomes of $44,096 or less who are either: (1) 62 or older, (2) blind, or, (3) disabled. The filing period for claims for assistance runs from July 1 through October 15. A claim form must be filed each year in order for the cash reimbursement to be received. Filing for property tax assistance will not reduce the amount of property taxes owed to the County Tax Collector, nor will it result in a lien being placed on the property. Claim forms or information regarding the Property Tax Assistance Program may be obtained by telephoning the Franchise Tax Board at this number 1-800-338-0505, or on the Internet at http://www.ftb.ca.gov.

The Property Tax Postponement Law for Senior Citizens, Blind and Disabled Persons gives qualified persons who are 62 or older, or blind, or disabled with a total household income of $44,096 or less, the option of having the state pay all or part of the taxes on their homes. The amount of taxes postponed must be repaid to the State of California. The postponed amount becomes due and payable when the individual moves, sells the property, or dies. The filing period for claim for postponement runs from May 15 through December 10. A claim form must be filed each year if the individual desires to have property taxes postponed. Individuals who qualify for postponement may also qualify for property tax assistance Claim forms or information regarding Property Tax Postponement may be obtained by telephoning the State Controller's Office at 1-800-952-5661, or on the Internet at http://www.sco.ca.gov.