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Discounts Available for Early Tax Payments

The 2008 property tax notice should arrive in mailboxes shortly. Property taxes are collectable November 1 – March 31. Taxpayers will have the ability to pay a reduced rate through February. Discounts for early payments are allowed as follows:

• 4% in November
• 3% in December
• 2% in January
• 1% in February

Taxpayers are encouraged to take advantage of the discounts. 80% of taxes are paid during November and December, creating a flurry of activity in the Tax Collector’s office. R ead your tax notices and the supplemental content closely. Information on important deadlines, various payment options and other details are included.

Please contact the Palm Beach County Tax Collector’s office, at (561) 355-2266, if you have not received your property tax notice by November 15, 2008. Our office is able to email or fax bills to those who have not received their notice. Clients can also visit our web site at www.taxcollectorpbc.com and print a duplicate notice.

No discounts are allowed in March and taxes become delinquent on April 1st. The following payment options are available:

BY MAIL : Postmark constitutes date of payment and determines applicable discounts. Use the return envelope included with your tax notice. Beginning April 1, 2009 the amount of payment is determined by the date the payment is received by our office (Not By Postmark).

E-CHECK : (Phone/On-Line Only) with no additional fee. Visit our web site at www.taxcollectorpbc.com or call (561) 355-2266 for instructions.

CREDIT CARDS : (Phone/On-Line Only) A 2.5% Convenience fee will apply. Visit our web site at www.taxcollectorpbc.com or call (561) 355-2266 for instructions.

IN PERSON : (Cash, check, money order) Contact (561) 355-2266 or visit www.taxcollectorpbc.com for Service Centers and hours.