Property Ownership
In New Jersey, a homestead exemption provides certain property owners with:
AComplete exemption from all property taxes
BA reduction in assessed value or property tax liability for a primary residence, often through the NJ ANCHOR program✓ Correct
CProtection from all liens
DThe right to pass property without probate
Explanation
NJ's ANCHOR (Affordable NJ Communities for Homeowners and Renters) program provides property tax relief to eligible homeowners and renters based on income and residency in their primary home.
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Key Terms to Know
Lien
A financial claim against a property that serves as security for a debt or obligation, giving the creditor the right to foreclose if unpaid.
EncumbranceAny claim, lien, charge, or liability attached to real property that affects its value or limits its use.
Fee SimpleThe highest and most complete form of property ownership — absolute ownership with the right to use, sell, or pass the property to heirs.
Joint TenancyCo-ownership where two or more people hold equal, undivided interests with the right of survivorship — when one owner dies, their share passes to the surviving owners.
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