On this page
Overview
Our frequently asked questions (FAQ) section provides information and resources on various topics. To find answers to your questions, use the search feature below or browse the Featured Questions and Top 20 FAQs. If the answer to a FAQ doesn't resolve your question, you can email our office for assistance by clicking "I need more information about this subject" at the bottom of the answer.
Top of page
Question detail
Back to search resultsCategory: Property Tax
What additional fees are added when property taxes are not paid before the April 1 delinquency date?
This answer has been viewed 584 times and was last updated on 01/28/2021.
Print this pageReal estate and personal property taxes are due by March 31. Taxes become delinquent on April 1.
Real estate taxes: Beginning April 1, interest will accrue at 3%. On May 1, advertising ($6) is added. If real estate taxes remain unpaid, a tax certificate will be sold at the tax certificate sale on May 28, 2021, resulting in additional charges, and your property may be sold at a future date.
Personal property taxes: Beginning April 1, interest will accrue at 1.5% per month, plus a $10.00 collection fee. On May 1, advertising ($3) is added. If personal property taxes remain unpaid, a warrant may be issued authorizing the tax collector to levy and seize personal property, resulting in warrant fees and court costs, and your property may be sold at a public auction to satisfy the unpaid taxes.
Delinquent taxes must be paid in the form of cash, cashier's check, treasurer's check, title company check, attorney's trust account check, money order, certified funds, debit card or credit card. A processing fee applies if you pay by debit card or credit card. For debit cards, the fee is $2.50. For credit cards, the fee is 2.5% with a minimum of $2.50. Our office does not retain any portion of this fee.
Visit our property tax certificates page for information.
*New* Sign up for property tax email alerts!
Property tax email alerts will allow you to receive an email when taxes are due, when a payment is made, when discount periods are ending, and when the taxes are delinquent. For instructions, view our email alerts signup video.
Users who viewed this answer also found the following helpful:
What information and transactions are handled by the Manatee County Property Appraiser's office?
What payment methods are available for property taxes?
I am new to Florida. Do you have any general information regarding how property taxes work in Florida?
What is the status of my property tax payment?
How do I sign up for property tax email alerts?