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| 250 |
How do I apply for homestead exemption on my property taxes?
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| 537 |
I have a question about my Community Development District (CDD) assessment. Who do I contact?
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| 1569 |
What are Ad Valorem Taxes?
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| 1568 |
What are non-ad valorem assessments?
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| 221 |
What payment methods are available for property taxes?
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| 175 |
What methods of payment are available when paying property taxes online? Which credit cards are accepted?
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| 1618 |
How do I sign up for property tax email alerts?
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| 522 |
What payment methods are accepted for delinquent property taxes?
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| 186 |
What is the last day I can pay 2019 property taxes online?
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| 1585 |
What is the status of my property tax payment?
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| 219 |
What is the last day I can pay delinquent 2019 real estate taxes to avoid the issuance of a tax certificate?
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| 228 |
I paid the wrong property tax account (i.e., I made an erroneous payment). What do I need to do?
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| 212 |
Why is my property tax bill so much higher than last year?
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| 222 |
Why aren't all property owners listed on the property tax bill?
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| 209 |
The property tax bill I received in August was less than another bill I received after that. Why is that?
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| 540 |
Do you accept the postmark date when mailing in a property tax payment?
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| 241 |
If I am no longer in business, should I still file a tangible personal property tax return?
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| 210 |
I received a peach-colored Informational Notice instead of a property tax bill. Why?
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| 200 |
Can I purchase "county held" tax certificates?
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| 208 |
I just bought a piece of property, but I paid the taxes at closing. Why am I receiving a property tax bill?
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| 1622 |
I'm a tax certificate sale bidder. What do I need to know about parcels in bankruptcy and the bidder budget option?
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| 211 |
Why did I receive a property tax bill when my escrow or mortgage company is supposed to pay my taxes?
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| 206 |
What does the abbreviation "I&S" mean in regards to property taxes?
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| 217 |
My property tax bill is too high. Why is the tax collector charging me so much?
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| 1543 |
Twelve Things to Know About Tax Certificates
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| 215 |
Do I need to have a receipt for my property tax bill payment?
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| 525 |
What is your mailing address? What is your overnight address?
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| 218 |
What is the millage rate on my property tax bill?
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| 1619 |
What is the Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) Program?
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| 220 |
I qualified for a low-income senior citizen exemption this year. Does that exemption apply to all the tax districts on my tax bill?
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| 196 |
When I purchase a tax certificate, do I own the property?
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| 201 |
I purchased a tax certificate, and the owner of the property just paid the taxes. When do I receive my money?
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| 1583 |
What happens if I do not pay my property taxes?
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| 216 |
How do I change the address on my property tax bill?
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| 226 |
What additional fees are added when property taxes are not paid before the April 16th delinquency date?
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| 1816 |
My property tax information is protected. Why am I unable to access any property tax information on your website?
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| 231 |
Why must I file a tangible personal property tax return?
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| 189 |
Can I pay my installment property taxes online?
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| 195 |
What is a tax certificate?
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| 235 |
On the Tangible Personal Property Tax Return do I have to report assets that are provided in the rent or assets that I lease, loan, rent, or borrow?
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| 1561 |
I am a certificate holder and wish to apply for a tax deed application on a tax certificate I hold. What is the process?
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| 214 |
I can’t pay my property taxes. Can I sign up now for the installment plan?
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| 1573 |
Are there any fees associated with obtaining a paid receipt or duplicate tax bill?
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| 251 |
I am active duty or retired military. Are there any special pricing, privileges or exemptions available for my property taxes?
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| 232 |
How can I obtain a Personal Property Tax Return (DR-405) form?
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| 202 |
I'm interested in purchasing tax certificates. Where do I find the delinquent taxes available?
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| 207 |
I no longer own the property, but I received a property tax bill for it. What should I do?
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| 527 |
My tax bill does not reflect that I sold a piece of my property to someone else. How do I request a cutout (or a combination)?
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| 532 |
Can I pay off my special assessment (sewer, paving, canal dredging or drainage) online?
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| 224 |
If my bank or mortgage company states they paid my real estate taxes, why does your website show the taxes as "unpaid"?
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| 197 |
Can a tax certificate be cancelled?
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| 242 |
How does Amendment 1 affect my tangible personal property taxes?
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| 230 |
Who must file a tangible personal property tax return?
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| 234 |
I have old equipment that has been fully depreciated and written off the books. Am I still required to complete a tangible personal property tax return?
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| 538 |
I have a question about my fire assessment. Who do I contact?
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| 490 |
How can I obtain a file of all current and/or delinquent property tax accounts?
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| 246 |
Where can I find information regarding tax deed sales?
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| 223 |
Is it possible to make a partial payment for property taxes?
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| 243 |
I received an orange door hanger. Why did I receive it, and what do I need to do to resolve the issue?
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| 1577 |
I have filed an adverse possession claim on a property with the property appraiser's office. How do I pay the taxes?
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| 199 |
What are county-held tax certificates?
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| 205 |
I am a tax certificate holder. How does a bankruptcy petition affect me?
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| 249 |
I would like to send a wire payment for property taxes. Where can I get wiring funds instructions?
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| 240 |
What if I don't file my tangible personal property tax return?
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| 1579 |
Where do I find additional information on Adverse Possession?
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| 531 |
Can I obtain a property tax payoff (amount due) and the payment status of a tax account by telephone?
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| 229 |
What is tangible personal property tax?
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| 1560 |
What is the list of lands available for taxes?
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| 225 |
What is minimum tax (or MINTAX) in regards to property taxes?
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| 1617 |
Can I sign up for more than one property tax email alert?
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| 244 |
A levy and seizure notice was placed on my door. What should I do?
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| 233 |
What if I receive more than one Personal Property Tax Return (DR-405) form?
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| 239 |
If I buy or sell an existing business during the year, who is responsible for the tangible personal property taxes?
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| 213 |
Why did my property tax bill come to me with a different owner’s name?
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| 236 |
Is there a minimum value that I do not have to report on a tangible personal property tax return?
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| 238 |
Are there deadlines and penalties for filing a tangible personal property tax return?
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| 1578 |
What if there are multiple adverse possession claimants other than husband and wife?
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| 203 |
I am a tax certificate holder. When is the deadline to take action before I lose my money?
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| 198 |
Can a tax certificate be transferred?
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| 248 |
If I am due a refund for overpayment of taxes, when can I expect to receive a check?
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| 204 |
Is the purchase of a tax certificate a risk-free investment?
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