Dear Voorhees Resident:
There are many rewards programs that you can use for travel or groceries. But what if there were a rewards program that could reduce your property tax bill just for shopping at participating Voorhees businesses?
Voorhees Township is proud to offer Shop Voorhees! Property Tax Reward Program! This program allows a portion of your purchasing dollars, spent on goods and services in Voorhees, to be applied to your property tax bill, thereby reducing your taxes at the end of the tax year. The more you shop in Voorhees, the more you save!
Here’s how it works:
Register for the Shop Voorhees program at propertytaxcard.com or download the property tax app on your iPhone or Android.
- Shop at any participating business establishment. You will see the logo in their window, by checking online at propertytaxcard.com under participating merchants tab or by checking on the Voorhees Township O-N-E APP
- Present your registered phone number or QR code, and the retailer will apply a percentage of your purchase to reduce your property tax bill.
It is that easy! Everyone can participate, as long as you sign up and you live in Voorhees.
This program is being facilitated by FinCredit, Inc. and can be reached at (732) 946-0919 for more information. Also, our Office of Economic Development is always ready to answer any questions, call us at (856) 882-5211 or by email at ssytnik@voorheesnj.com. Save money while helping our community businesses thrive!
Live Voorhees, Shop Voorhees!
Sincerely,
Harry A. Platt
Committeeman
Liaison – Economic Development Committee
Michael R. Mignogna
Mayor
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Property Tax Reward (PTR) program?
The PTR program is a Township economic development initiative that provides property tax dollars savings as an incentive for residents to shop in town. You can register at www.propertytaxcard.com with your phone number. After enrolling in the program, residents may use their registered phone number or present their QR code given to them at local participating merchants and code accumulate property tax dollars towards their tax bill.
How does a typical transaction work?
The cost of a dinner for four at a restaurant participating in the PTR program with a 20% property tax reward is $200. When paying for the check (either cash or credit), you will also present the property tax reward card or the registered phone number. The reward card is then swiped and a $40 property tax credit (less processing and management fees) is generated. Rewards will be credited to your property tax bill before your next tax bill is issued. Businesses can input the transaction just with the patron’s phone number. However, the patron must make sure that the phone number is the one you registered with. The patron has three options:
– Present the card with ID number
– Give the business the correct phone number
– Open the APP and present the QR code (if business wants to scan it) or look up their registered phone number
I rent my house. Can I benefit from the program?
Yes. When you register your card, check the Renters box and provide your information. The Renters option will appear in the registration form only if your township program allows renters to participate. Yearly, a check for the total rebates you have accrued will be mailed to you. A $10 check handling fee will be deducted from your accumulated rebates.
How do I keep track of my property tax credits?
After you register, you can check your balance, activity, and property tax savings on your phone or at www.propertytaxcard.com
Where do I find the list of businesses participating in my town’s PTC program?
You can view it on your phone or on the website under participating merchants after you enter the name of your town.
Can I use a coupon in conjunction with the PTC?
As a general rule, businesses do not accept multiple discount offers. However, the merchant will make that determination when joining the program.
Can I return an item and get full credit?
Yes. Store return policies do not change. You will need to submit your reward receipt or a phone number when returning an item for full credit. If a return takes place after funds were already transferred to the Township, you will be entitled only to full store credit or, at the merchant’s option, to a refund of your purchase amount less the property tax reward paid by the merchant. However, the above is subject to the store return policy. If the reward receipt are not produced, only a store credit will be provided.
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How do I provide property tax credits to my customers?
First, you would need to enroll in the program. You may register online by proceeding to your town and opening the Business Registration link on the blue menu bar. You may also email Fincredit at Admin@propertytaxcard.com or call our Customer Service number (732) 946-0919. After you enroll, you are now ready to provide property tax credits to your customers. When you complete a sale, together with the normal payment for goods and services, the cardholder will present either a property tax card, or PTC code on their phone, or their registered phone number. You can process the transaction via Phone APP or you may choose our easy-to-use web terminal if you have access to the internet. Processing the card will result in a rebate on sale. You, the merchant, will determine the rebate percentage at the time of your enrollment in the program. Every week, the accumulated rebates will be collected by FinCredit from your designated checking account. Yearly, the rebates will be applied to your customer s property tax bill.
What is the cost of enrolling my business in the PTR program?
Your monthly cost to participate is $10. If you choose to process transactions via Android APP, you can either purchase the phone for $100 from us or download the APP for free on your Android device. If you elect to process transactions on line, you don’t need to purchase any equipment!
As a business participant, what is a good rebate to offer?
What you offer to the resident is entirely up to you. Rebates vary widely from business to business. Each business will determine its rebate percentage when enrolling in the program. We do require, however, that your rewards be consistent with what you normally offer in your marketing campaigns.
What are the advantages to participating businesses?
Thanks to the appeal of property tax rebates, local businesses should enjoy a higher business volume. Furthermore, continued support by the township should provide a high awareness for local businesses. An additional feature is that you will have access to the email addresses of customers that used the card at your business. Finally, your business banner and website link will be featured on www.propertytaxcard.com at no extra cost.
How are accumulated homeowners credits paid to the township and deducted from the homeowner's tax bill?
Yearly, FinCredit Inc. will electronically obtain from the township’s billing company the property tax bill for all the blocks and lots. The credits will then be applied to each block and lot and the new updated record will be sent back to the township and its billing company. At the same time, the funds will be transferred to the Voorhees Township’s bank account. The new bill issued to the homeowners in August will indicate the credit. FinCredit Inc. will hold funds in a dedicated account at a local bank.