How can I find out if I owe taxes on my property?

The municipality must be able to track the amount of taxes owed, the property owner, and a little information on the property itself. All this information is compiled by the tax assessor (or treasurer) and made available to the public.

Where do you get your property taxes from?

As a homeowner, you pay property taxes to the county where your home sits. Property taxes are paid directly to the county assessors or through your mortgage escrow company with a prorated amount included in your monthly mortgage payment.

How to buy a home by paying back taxes owed?

How to Buy a Home by Paying Back Taxes Owed If a homeowner is unable to pay his property taxes, the county tax collector forecloses the home. To satisfy the debt, the home is auctioned off to the highest bidder. Depending on the amount owed in taxes, you might find a home available well below the market value.

Where can I find a tax lien on my property?

There are a few ways to find tax liens on your property. First, you can search your local county assessor’s website. Next, you can visit your local county assessor’s office. Third, you can hire a title company to conduct a lien search on your property.

How can I find out how much tax I owe on my property?

To calculate the exact amount of property tax you will owe requires your property’s assessed value and the property tax rates based on your property’s address. Please note that we can only estimate your property tax based on median property taxes in your area.

Where can I find my property tax receipt?

The Tax Office accepts full and partial payment of property taxes online. Property taxpayers may use credit cards, debit cards or e-Checks to pay their taxes. Tax Receipts can be found on the current statement page or by clicking on the Property Tax Receipts button. The Tax Office accepts both full and partial payment of property taxes.

How can I find out if I have a tax lien on my property?

If the piece of property you’re looking to buy is in a county that doesn’t have an online database, you can always call the county’s Treasurer’s office and give them the parcel number. They will be able to look up any back taxes and tax liens for you. What Happens When You Owe Back Property Taxes?

Where do I go to pay back property taxes?

If you found out that the property you are hoping to buy has back property taxes owing on it, and it’s an amount that you are comfortable with and willing to pay, you can usually pay taxes owing to the Treasurer’s office on the phone.