What's New
Important (updated 6/25/09): The state budget for the 2008/2009 and 2009/2010 fiscal years does not include funding for the Homeowner and Renter Assistance Program (HRA). Since there is no funding for this program, FTB cannot process and pay claims for these fiscal years.
If you were medically incapacitated during the filing period for the 2006 or 2007 claim year, you may still be able to qualify for 2006 or 2007 assistance. However, you must be able to substantiate your medical incapacity.
Please note that, due to the lack of funding, you may experience delays with phone calls, HRA claims, and correspondence for 2007 and prior years.
Homeowner Assistance Program
Fiscal Year 2007/2008
This program allows a once-a-year payment from the State of California to qualified individuals based on part of the property taxes assessed and paid on their homes. The maximum amount of assistance that an eligible homeowner may receive can vary. For more information, please visit our Frequently Asked Questions page.
Renter Assistance Program
Fiscal Year 2007/2008
This program allows a once-a-year payment from the State of California to qualified individuals based on part of the property taxes that they paid indirectly when they paid their rent. The maximum amount of assistance that a claimant may receive can vary. For more information, please visit our Frequently Asked Questions page.
Related information
The Nonrefundable Renters' Credit is a tax credit available to qualifying California residents who paid rent on their primary residence.
This credit is different from the renter assistance payment.