To avoid having the title company hold funds at close of escrow, it’s recommended that sellers pay the 1st installment property taxes in the form of a cashier’s check, payable to the Tax Collector. This should be delivered to the title company to document payment and forward the check to the Tax Collector.

November 1st – The first installment is due

(This covers the tax period from July 1st to December 31st.)

December 10th – The first installment becomes delinquent at 5pm, and a 10% penalty is added to the amount due. If December 10th falls on a weekend or holiday, taxes are not delinquent until 5pm on the next business day.

February 1st – Second Installment Due

(This covers the tax period from January 1st to June 30th.)

April 10th – Second installment becomes delinquent at 5pm, and a 10% penalty is added to the amount due. If December 10th falls on a weekend or holiday, taxes are not delinquent until 5pm on the next business day.

If you have any questions, please get in touch with me; I’m always happy to speak with you.