Philadelphia Tax Amnesty To End Soon
If you hope to qualify for the Philadelphia tax amnesty program for delinquent real estate taxes, time is running out…
Oops, I used the “a” word. City Solicitor Romulo L. Diaz wants to make it clear that this is not an “amnesty” program. Only it really is.
The program, touted as a Conditional Forgiveness program, is effective through May 1, 2006. To qualify, you must have income at or below 250% of the federal poverty level (for a family of four, that is a combined income of $48,375 or less annually) and you must own and occupy your home. The deal is this: if you pay the principal due (as a lump sum, or as part of a satisfactory installment agreement), court costs and related fees, the City will forgive interest, penalties and other charges from the account.
If you believe that you qualify, you must act quickly. Call Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson LLP at (215) 790-1117 for more information on the program or to schedule an appointment.
I am a homeowner that does not mind paying my property taxes. I did so when I brought a property, Got on a payment plan, they said I owed from 2004 to 2007 paid that off, As soon as I finished paying the next month they sent out a letter stating I owe from 2001 to 2003. I stated that, that should have been told to me in the begenning. The taxes on the property is $950 per yr, with the penalty and intrest it comes to almost $9000. I feel as though this is not fair. So yes the program is much needed and its needed now. I feel it should be offered to everyone to give them a chance.
please let me know what i must do to apply for a financal hardship fpr the tax amnesty program. please help me asap. thank you.
Check out this link: https://www.phillytaxamnesty.com/home/index
You’ll want to certify that you have a hardship – follow the application instructions.