New property owners often rely on their real estate agent, mortgage or title company to assess their property. The final responsibility as a property owner is yours to record, assess, and claim any exemption you may qualify for. To achieve this successfully, follow the guidelines provided below. If you have any questions concerning your property tax account, give our office a call, we will be glad to assist you in any way.
RECORD YOUR DEED IN PROBATE COURT
ASSESS ALL PROPERTY IN THE OWNER'S NAME
CLAIM ANY EXEMPTION DUE YOU BEFORE OCTOBER 1
NOTIFY YOUR BANK OR MORTGAGE COMPANY OF ANY CHANGES TO YOUR ACCOUNT REGARDING YOUR PROPERTY TAXES.
KEEP THIS OFFICE INFORMED OF YOUR CURRENT MAILING ADDRESS
PAY ALL TAXES BEFORE THE DECEMBER 31ST DEADLINE
RECLAIM OF EXEMPTION IS REQUIRED FOR ALL HOMESTEAD EXEMPTIONS BASED ON INCOME AND AGE (HOMESTEADS 2 & 3) IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE A RECLAIM FORM CONTACT THIS OFFICE OR RECLAIM IN PERSON.