Wyoming Homeowners Eligible to Apply for Property Tax Refunds
Teton County Leads in Property Tax Refunds
According to Gillette News Record, in Wyoming, Governor Gordon and the Department of Revenue have announced that homeowners can now apply for a property tax refund program. An extra $20 million was set aside by the Legislature to help those who need it. Homeowners can get back up to half of their property taxes or 75% of what they paid in 2023 whichever is less. This is because many families in Wyoming benefited from this property tax refund program last year with over 9,000 families getting more than $8 million in refunds.
Teton County received $1.57 million in property tax refunds last year nearly 20% of the state’s total. Around 442 residents were approved for property tax refunds averaging $3,568 each. Some received aid from both state and county programs eliminating their tax burden. The property tax refund program recently expanded statewide allowing more residents to qualify. Eligible homeowners can apply online or at their local treasurer’s office meeting residency and asset requirements. The deadline is June 3 with Teton County residents able to apply in May for potential full refunds.
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$1.57M Secured – Teton County Residents in Wyoming’s Property Tax Refund Program Last Year (PHOTO: Oil City News)
Wyoming Expands Property Tax Refund Program to Aid Homeowners in Financial Need
Furthermore, as Americans start applying for property tax refunds all over Wyoming it’s a chance for more families to get help with their finances. With the property tax refund program growing, more residents are likely to qualify for refunds giving important support to families facing money problems. Whether they apply online or at local offices the property tax refund program wants to make sure everyone who qualifies can easily get help. Especially with the ongoing challenges from the pandemic, this property tax refund program is like a safety net for families helping them stay stable and cover their basic expenses.
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