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Frequently Asked Questions
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Treasurer FAQ'S
When are taxes due?The first half 2008 property taxes will be due February 13, 2009. If you have any questions, please call the Treasurer's office at 419-627-7701. Back to TopIs a post mark acceptable?Yes, a post mark is acceptable. Back to TopI did not receive a bill. What should I do?Please call the Treasurer's Office at (419) 627-7701. Erie County residents can call (888) 399-6065. Back to TopWhat are your office hours?Our office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Back to TopWhere is your office located?Our office is located at 247 Columbus Avenue, Suite 115, Sandusky, Ohio. Back to TopDo you have an 800 number?(888) 399-6065 Please note that this number works within Erie county only. Back to TopWhat did I pay in real estate taxes last year?The Erie County Auditor's web site has payments listed now. You may also call the Treasurer's office at (419) 627-7701. Back to TopDo you take credit cards or electronic payments?Not in the office, but yes, we have a link to Official Payments where you may use your credit card or make an electronic payment. Back to TopWhat do I owe?Please call our office: (419) 627-7701 or toll free in Erie County above. Back to TopDo you sell real property for taxes owed?Real property cannot be sold for the dollar amount owed in back taxes. However, if the taxes owed are two years delinquent and a payment plan has not been followed to bring the taxes current, the property may be sold at Sheriff's sale by the Treasurer, for 2/3 of the appraised value, unless the taxpayer has filed bankruptcy protection. Tax lien sales are not conducted in Erie County. Example: If a property is worth $100,000.00 and there are taxes due for $5,000.00, we cannot sell the property for $5,000.00. Back to TopThere are two amounts listed on the bill. Which one do I pay?In February, you may choose to pay only the first half or the whole year. If you pay the whole year, you will not receive another bill until January of the next year. If you pay the half year, you will receive a bill in June, due in July of this year. The amount you pay will be the same either way. Back to TopHow do I change my mailing address?This must be done in writing. Please complete our change of address form. Back to TopCan I have property taxes deducted right from my bank account?Not at this time; however, this service will be coming soon. Back to TopWhy does the bill say these are taxes from last year?We are always a year behind in billing for real estate. Taxes are on the property, and so follow the property, not the owner. Back to Top
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