NJ Division of Taxation - ANCHOR Program

Affordable New Jersey Communities for Homeowners and Renters (ANCHOR)

Deadline Extended

The deadline to apply has been extended to December 6, 2024.

ANCHOR Benefit Payments

We are distributing ANCHOR benefits and will continue on a rolling basis. Most applicants will receive their payment about 90 days after applying, unless additional information is needed to process the application.

Check the status of your benefit.

Multi-Factor Authentication from ID.me

The Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) code confirms your identity when logging into ID.me. You will need to verify your identity through ID.me and use the MFA code.

ANCHOR Benefit Mailers

We sent out all mailers with filing information and instructions on how to apply for the ANCHOR Benefit to homeowners and tenants. If you did not receive a mailer, see the FAQ for answers to common filing questions.

This program offers property tax relief to New Jersey residents who own or rent property in New Jersey as their main home and meet certain income limits. This year's ANCHOR benefit is based on residency, income, and age from 2021.

Filing Deadline

The deadline to apply has been extended to December 6, 2024.

ID.me

Many taxpayers will need to use the ID.me system for extra identity verification when applying for the ANCHOR benefit. This applies to:

Anyone using the ANCHOR ID/PIN search function;
New filers or those who did not receive an ANCHOR mailer or letter;
Anyone who no longer has their ANCHOR mailer/letter or its information.
Frequently Asked Questions
Setting Up Your ID.me Account

Scam Alert

Scammers may send texts or emails to steal your identity. We will never ask for personal information via text about your ANCHOR benefit. Always contact us directly before sharing personal details in response to messages claiming to be about the ANCHOR program.

Visit our Scams page for more information.

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Division of Taxation

Affordable New Jersey Communities for Homeowners and Renters (ANCHOR)

Deadline Extended

ANCHOR Benefit Payments

Multi-Factor Authentication from ID.me

ANCHOR Benefit Mailers

Filing Deadline

ID.me

Scam Alert

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