Check on Delivery, get real-time updates, and manage your benefits
From Steuben County NY,
Steuben County homeowners, if you’re expecting your STAR credit, here’s how you can stay informed and make the most of your STAR benefits.
The School Tax Relief (STAR) Program provides property tax relief to eligible New York homeowners. By reducing the burden of school property taxes, STAR helps families and individuals keep more of their hard-earned money while supporting strong schools and communities.
Check the Delivery Schedule
The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance has posted general timeframes for when STAR credit checks are being mailed. Click the link or enter into your web browser –https://www.tax.ny.gov/pit/property/star/star-check-delivery-schedule.htm
Get Real-Time Updates
Want to know if your STAR credit has already been issued? You can check anytime online using the Property Tax Credit Lookup tool. Click the link or enter into your web browser – https://www.tax.ny.gov/pit/property/credit-lookup.htm
Manage Your STAR Benefits Online
Through the Homeowner Benefit Portal, you can:
• Enroll in STAR Credit Direct Deposit
• Switch from the STAR exemption to the STAR credit
• Resolve registration issues
• And more
Click the link or enter into your web browser – https://www.tax.ny.gov/pit/property/homeowner-benefit-portal.htm
About the STAR Program
The STAR program comes in two forms:
- Basic STAR – available to eligible homeowners regardless of age, with income limits.
- Enhanced STAR – available to homeowners 65 and older who meet income requirements, providing greater savings.
By enrolling in the STAR credit program, Steuben County homeowners can receive their benefit directly as a check or through direct deposit—making it faster and easier than ever.
Stay on top of your STAR benefits with just a few clicks, and make sure you’re getting the relief you’re entitled to.
