The Okaloosa County Tax Collector’s office has opened the 2022 Property Tax Roll for collection. Opening the tax roll early on October 21, 2022, provides taxpayers eleven (11) additional days to take advantage of the 4% early payment discount. Property tax notices will mail out on October 31, but as of the opening of the …
Consumer Alert: Florida Homeowner Assistance Fund
CONSUMER ALERT You may qualify for the Florida Homeowner Assistance Fund (HAF) program to help mitigate financial hardships associated with the pandemic by assisting with the payment of delinquent property taxes. This program is managed by The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity. The Okaloosa County Tax Collector’s office does not deem who is eligible, nor …
KIDS TAG ART PROGRAM DELIVERS SMILES AND FUNDS TO OKALOOSA COUNTY SCHOOLS
Okaloosa County Tax Collector Ben Anderson was joined by Superintendent Marcus Chambers and Sheriff Eric Aden in presenting certificates to Award of Distinction winners before the School Board meeting Monday night during the Kids Tag Art program presentation. The Kids Tag Art program is a partnership with the Tax Collector’s Office and the School District. …
OKALOOSA COUNTY PROPERTY OWNERS SAVE MILLIONS
Over $9.1 million was saved by Okaloosa County Property owners who took advantage of the 4% early payment discount last month. “Our office collected $228.5 million during November, with over 66% of that total collected using our convenient and secure online services, “shared Tax Collector Ben Anderson. “The best part is that the millions of dollars saved …
2021 PROPERTY TAX ROLL OPENS EARLY
Shalimar, FL – The Okaloosa County Tax Collector’s office has opened the 2021 Property Tax Roll for collection. The early opening means taxpayers have ten additional days to take advantage of the 4% early payment discount. Property tax notices will mail out on October 29, but as of today, Property Owners can search, view, and …
RECORD-BREAKING PROPERTY TAX YEAR CONCLUDES
Shalimar, FL – Okaloosa County Tax Collector Ben Anderson announces the closure of the record-breaking 2020 Property Tax year, a year in which all but $635.13 of the $268 million tax roll was collected and disbursed. “The 2020 property tax collection cycle was one for the record books,” shared Ben Anderson. “Despite the challenges COVID-19 …
KIDS TAG ART PROGRAM BREAKS $100k
Shalimar, FL – Okaloosa County Tax Collector Ben Anderson was joined by Superintendent Marcus Chambers and Sheriff Eric Aden in presenting certificates to three Choice Award winners before the School Board meeting Monday night during the Kids Tag Art program presentation. The remaining 20 Award of Distinction winners received their certificates prior to the end …
TAX COLLECTOR ENCOURAGES ONLINE PAYMENTS OF PROPERTY TAXES
The Okaloosa County Tax Collector’s office encourages property owners to pay property taxes online. “This year, more than ever, we’re urging our customers to take advantage of our secure online payment options at OkaloosaTax.com. With the transition to appointment-only service for DMV related transactions, our ability to provide in-person service for property tax payments will be …
Kids Tag Art Program Delivers Smiles And Funds To Elementary Schools
Okaloosa County Tax Collector Ben Anderson was joined by Superintendent Marcus Chambers and Sheriff-Elect Eric Aden in presenting certificates to three Choice Award winners before the School Board meeting Monday night during the Kids Tag Art program presentation. Due to recommendations against large gatherings, the remaining 35 Award of Distinction winners will be recognized by …
Financial Excellence Achieved for Eighth Consecutive Year
For the eighth consecutive year, the Okaloosa County Tax Collector has earned the Legacy Award for Continued Excellence in Financial Operations. The Legacy Award, presented by the Florida Tax Collector Association, is one of the highest honors a Florida Tax Collector can receive. Consideration for the Legacy Award requires a thorough and comprehensive review of …