Shalimar, FL – Okaloosa County Property Owners saved more than $8.4 million by taking advantage of the 4% early payment discount last month. “Our offices collected $211.9 million during November, with over $126 million of that total collected using our convenient and secure online services,“ states Tax Collector Ben Anderson. Anderson continues, “The millions saved …
PROPERTY TAX DISCOUNT PERIOD DEADLINE APPROACHING
Shalimar, FL – The deadline to receive a 4% discount on your property taxes is approaching. Tax Collector Ben Anderson shares, “The last day to receive the 4% discount on 2020 property taxes is Monday, November 30th. Last November, 80,000 property owners took advantage of the November discount, resulting in savings to them of nearly …
TAX COLLECTOR OFFERS TIME AND MONEY SAVING OPTIONS FOR PAYMENT OF PROPERTY TAXES
Okaloosa County property owners who pay 2020 property taxes in November will receive a 4% discount. Tax Collector Ben Anderson shares, “Last November, 80,000 property owners took advantage of the November discount, resulting in savings to them of nearly $8 million.” The final day to receive the discount on 2020 property taxes is Monday, November …
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 …
Registration Renewal Period Changing for Owners of Heavy Trucks
The registration renewal period of hundreds of thousands of heavy trucks weighing between 5,001 pounds and 7,999 pounds is changing from December to the primary registrant’s birthdate. The state-wide change affects heavy trucks owned by individuals only, and not those owned by businesses. The transition to the primary registrant’s birthdate will take place during this …
TAX COLLECTOR OFFICES TO OPEN FOR DRIVER LICENSE & ID CARD SERVICES BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
The Okaloosa County Tax Collector’s Office is now accepting appointments for Driver License and ID Card services, to include Road Tests, through their website, OkaloosaTax.com. Driver License and ID Card services will be provided on an appointment only basis starting May 18, 2020. Appointment only service will be provided at the following locations: • Shalimar …
Driver License Issuance | Document Requirement
DOCUMENT REQUIREMENTS For office visits, you must bring specific forms of proof for identification, Social Security number, and residential address. The checklists here list some valid documents. For more document options, visit What to Bring Proof of Legal Presence \ Citizenship An original or certified copy of one of the following documents: Certified US birth certificate (Not Hospital …
TAX COLLECTOR OFFICES CLOSED TO PUBLIC UNTIL FURTHER ADVISED
Effective Tuesday, March 17, 2020 all Okaloosa County Tax Collector Office lobby locations will be Closed to the Public until further advised. While office locations will be closed to the public, customers can continue to process transactions online at OkaloosaTax.com, by phone at 850-651-7300, through the mail, or by drop box. According to Tax Collector, …