There is still time to get a $250 property tax deduction for 2016 in New Jersey if you are a veteran who served in a war or "peace-keeping mission" or 65 or older. If you are both and meet the qualifications, you can get a $500 deduction for 2016 and every year thereafter. You must own a property where you reside in the state by Oct. 1, 2016 to qualify for the deduction. According to the Middle Township tax assessor, you can apply up until Dec. 1, 2016 and get the deduction for this year. Check the date to apply where you live.