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Read. Follow. Verify.New Jersey Bill A686 Exempts Seniors and Disabled Persons from Certain Realty Transfer Fees
Last action · January 13, 2026: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Aging and Human Services CommitteeSponsors: McGuckin, Gregory P. and 1 other
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What This Bill Would Do
Assembly Bill 686 exempts senior citizens, blind persons, and disabled persons from paying the State portion of the basic and general purpose fee when selling their one- or two-family residential properties, and from specific recording fees when buying residential property. The exemptions apply to real property transfers occurring on or after the first day of the second calendar month following enactment.
- New Jersey realty transfer fees are collected upon the recording of deeds and help fund state programs including affordable housing and open space preservation. context
Who It Would Affect
Groups the bill's text would affect if enacted, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.
senior citizens
Senior citizens selling or buying qualifying residential properties are exempt from paying specific State realty transfer and recording fees.
blind or disabled persons
Blind or disabled persons selling or buying qualifying residential properties are exempt from paying specific State realty transfer and recording fees.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the realty transfer fee exemptions under Bill A686?
Are jointly owned properties eligible if not all owners are senior citizens or disabled?
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Currently in committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.
Procedural history
1 action- Jan 13, 2026HouseIntroducedIntroduced, Referred to Assembly Aging and Human Services Committee
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