Homestead Declaration, Property Tax Credit Claim, and Renter Credit Claim are due October 15, 2025.

August 14, 2025 For Immediate Release

Homestead Declaration, Property Tax Credit Claim, and Renter Credit Claim are due October 15, 2025.

WESTMINSTER VT - Southeastern Vermont Community Action (SEVCA) offers free tax assistance via the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program (VITA). We also assist Vermont residents with filing their Homestead Declaration, Property Tax Credit Claim, and Renter Rebate Claim. If you are a Vermont homeowner, you are required to file a Homestead Declaration every year to receive the homestead property tax rate. Many residents can lower their property tax bill by filing a Property Tax Credit Claim. Low-income renters can also file a claim to get a rebate for rent they paid.

The final deadline for these claims is October 15, 2025. If you are interested in having your taxes prepared, or need assistance with your Homestead Declaration, Property Tax Credit Claim, or Renter Credit, go to www.sevca.org/tax-services or call/text our direct line to the VITA program at 1-802-428-3032.

As Windham and Windsor counties Community Action Agency (CAA), SEVCA (Southeastern Vermont Community Action) works to create opportunities for all people to thrive, build strong, resilient communities, and work toward a more equitable society. SEVCA was founded in May 1965 and has been meeting needs and changing lives in southeastern Vermont for 60 years. More information is available at www.sevca.org, or by calling 800-464-9951.