Property tax schedules and procedures vary across different areas. Here’s a breakdown:
Maryland:
Maryland:
- Property tax bills issued in July/August, effective from July 1st.
- Annual bills and 1st semiannual installment due by September 30.
- 2nd semiannual installment due by December 31.
- Delinquency begins October 1 and January 1, with interest and penalties.
Washington, DC:
- Due March 31st and September 15th.
- 1st half covers Oct 1 – Mar 31; 2nd half covers Apr 1 – Sep 30.
- Online or mail payments.
- Bills mailed in Feb and Aug.
Loudoun County:
- 1st half due May 5, 2nd half due Oct 5.
Fairfax County:
- Due in equal installments on July 28 and December 5.
- New registrants pay on Feb 15 of the following year.
- Subsequent bills due Oct 5.
Frederick County:
- Due by Sep 30.
- Mailed in July.
Montgomery County, MD:
- Semi-annual installments due on Sep 30 and Dec 31.
- Supplemental bills due 30 days after issue.
- Avoid Tax Lien Sale by payment before 2nd Monday in June.
Prince George’s County:
- Full payment by Sep 30, or semiannually with “Principal Residence” statement.
- 1st installment by Sep 30, 2nd by Dec 31.
Arlington, VA:
- Personal property taxes by Sep 5.
- Real estate taxes in 2 installments: 1st by June 15, 2nd by Oct 5.
- Business Tangible Property Tax Returns by May 1, payments due Sep 5.
Alexandria, VA:
- Multiple payment methods.
- Real estate taxes calculated by assessed value * tax rate.
- 1st bill due by June 15; 2nd bill due by Nov 15.
Remember, these timelines and procedures are subject to local regulations and may change. Always check with local authorities for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
