ANCHOR (Affordable New Jersey Communities for Homeowners & Renters) Program - This replaced the NJ Homestead Benefit program in Sept. 2022. 

2021 ANCHOR Information Updated 9/10/24

The State of NJ will start distributing ANCHOR benefits this Fall, and 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. The 2021 New Jersey gross income limit is $250,000, and the filing deadline is November 30, 2024. More information about the 2021 ANCHOR program, including frequently asked questions, is available at our website. General online information

ANCHOR Telephone Assistance

Avoid waiting on hold and schedule a call ahead of time. Keep in mind: Due to increasing incidents of identity theft and other security issues, our Customer Service Center can only assist you with certain account specific inquiries if you provide information to help our agents identify you. Check our website to make sure you have the proper information handy.  Schedule an Appointment

Form ANCHOR-H: Homeowner Special Circumstances Application

Homeowners can use this form if they are unable to use the regular online ANCHOR application. There is an online version as well as a paper version. For more information on the ANCHOR program, please visit anchor.nj.gov. For assistance, call the ANCHOR hotline at 1-888-238-1233. Special Circumstances Application