Did you know that you may be able to defer your Property taxes this year?
Irina Bartnik Notary Public • June 10, 2020
This is the option that was only available in the past to those 55 or older. This year, there is new category of home owners that can qualify to defer their property taxes.
Families with Children Tax Deferment Program.
This program allows families to defer Property taxes at a very low interest rate. City will still receive funding for their budget as a result of it. Please visit the web site
to check if you qualify for this deferral. You will need to pay the deferred amount back when you sell your home or when you refinance the property.
For those of you that is new to home ownership this year. Please do not forget to pay Home owners Grant before you pay your taxes.
Sincerely,
Irina Bartnik
Notary Public

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