Those who sent applications early have benefits on the way, says NJ, while aid for some others may take until December

Majority Democrats stand by payments while Republicans lament size of structural gap and level of school aid

Republicans ask: Where is the transparency that Sherrill had promised on millions of dollars in 'Christmas tree' items?

Households must earn at least $40 an hour to afford two-bedroom apartment lease and other expenses, report finds

Budget and finance writer John Reitmeyer joins to discuss the political process behind budget negotiations

Support for school districts and municipalities goes only so far when local costs -- health insurance, salaries and inflation -- add pressure

Sherrill is set to deliver her first proposed spending plan to a joint session of the Legislature on Tuesday

Promised years ago, first quarterly installment is on way -- and so are applications for another round of benefits

Data shows average property tax bill increased $475 from prior year

Letters detailing state property-tax benefits sent to those who have applied

NJ Treasury to start sending out payments this week

Senior Freeze reimbursements are on the way. People have until Oct. 31 to apply for this and other property-tax relief programs

Is there any help for people who can’t afford rising apartment rents or buying a house?

Many residents under financial pressure are locked out of a new state-funded tax relief program

The state treasurer says Murphy administration budgets have always focused on improving NJ’s fiscal health and affordability

New, combined application form for three separate property-tax relief programs

Concerns remain about long-term viability of new Stay NJ program

There’s still plenty of time to apply. The deadline to file for 2023 tax year is Oct. 31

Stay NJ program is set to go into effect in 2026. Some critics are skeptical of its sustainability — and fairness

A key phrase — ‘ subject to appropriation’ — means the popular relief programs effectively operate on a year-to-year basis