Mar 16, 2026 · Whether you're new to the STAR program or considering a switch to the STAR credit, review our resources for a complete overview.

To apply for STAR or Enhanced STAR credit, visit the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance’s Homeowner Benefits Portal or call (518) 457-2036. If you are currently receiving benefits, …

A star is a luminous spheroid of plasma held together by self-gravity. [1] The nearest star to Earth is the Sun. Many other stars are visible to the naked eye at night; their immense distances from Earth …

Mar 23, 2026 · What is a star? A star is any massive self-luminous celestial body of gas that shines by radiation derived from its internal energy sources. Of the tens of billions of trillions of stars in the …

Mar 11, 2026 · A star’s gas provides its fuel, and its mass determines how rapidly it runs through its supply, with lower-mass stars burning longer, dimmer, and cooler than very massive stars.

Feb 13, 2026 · How it works The School Tax Relief Program (STAR) credit lowers property taxes for eligible New York State homeowners.

Mar 31, 2026 · The STAR program can save homeowners hundreds of dollars each year. You only need to register once, and the Tax Department will issue a STAR credit payment to you each year, as long …

Feb 10, 2026 · If you’ve been receiving the STAR exemption since 2015, you can continue to receive it for the same primary residence. The STAR exemption is no longer available to new homeowners.

Aug 1, 2025 · The STAR exemption program is closed to all new applicants. If you’re a new homeowner or you weren’t receiving the STAR exemption on your current home in 2015, you can Register for the …

Sep 2, 2025 · The STAR Credit Delivery Schedule lookup provides the most recently updated information available for your area.