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 PROPERTY TAX ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (PTAP)

Qualifying Criteria

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- You must own or currently be under

contract to purchase a home or

mobile/manufactured home and 

live in the home as your primary

residence for at least seven months

of the tax year you are applying for.

To determine your eligibility, the department will verify your 2015 Federal Adjusted Gross Income (FAGI), excluding capital and income losses. For a single applicant, your income must be less than $21,262 and $28,349 for married applicants and head of household. A spouse’s income is included regardless of whether they are an owner of the property. If you are new to Montana, include a copy of your 2015 federal income tax return with your completed application.

- If your only income is from social security, veterans' benefits and/or other nontaxable sources, include a copy of your social security statement and/or other income documentation with your completed application.
 

The following chart shows the 2017 income guidelines. Depending on the marital status and income of the homeowner, the tax rate is reduced by 80%, 50% or 30% of the normal tax rate. The income ranges are updated each year for inflation.

 

2017 Income Guidelines for the Property Tax Assistance Program

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Single Person          Married or Filing Head of Household            Percent Reduction

$0 - $8,505                                 $0 - $11,339                                                 80%

$8,506 - $13,041                        $11,340 - $19,844                                       50%

$13,042- $21,262                       $19,845 - $28,349                                      30%

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