How to Pay Property Taxes Online

Is your property tax bill due tomorrow? Are you out of stamps? Do you want to avoid a late charge? Relax - try paying your property taxes online - right now!

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Financial Calculator
• Internet Access
• Computers

1. Make sure you have the necessary funds available on either your credit or debit card.

2. Conduct an Internet search with the keywords "pay," "taxes," and "online." Once you've picked a website, locate the state or county to which you pay your taxes.

3. Determine if online payment is an option. If not, you may also try to find out whether a "pay by phone" option is available.

4. If you are able to pay online, enter your information exactly as it appears on your property tax bill. Make sure that the site uses some sort of secure mechanism to transmit your information.

Tips & Warnings

• Most online payment services will charge a service fee.
• If paying online is not an option, you may still be able to pay by phone.
• Write down your confirmation number, if you get one, and retain it with a copy of your bill.
• Make sure your payment will be credited immediately so that you avoid any late penalty.