1. What is the last day that taxes can be paid without a penalty?

There is a ten day grace period, so the last day would be February 10, May 10, August 10 and November 10.

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2. How is the tax rate broken down?

Local Government, Local School, Regional School, County, County Open Space and Municipal Open space

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3. How do I apply for a senior citizen deduction?

An application along with a supplemental income statement must be completed. As of 10/1 of the pre tax year: *Must be 65 years or older *Be a citizen and resident of NJ *Reside at the property *Receive an annual income of $10,000 or less excluding social security

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4. How are the yearly taxes caculated?

Assessed Valuation x the tax rate = yearly taxes

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5. When are taxes due? Example: tax bill reads Due 7/1 and Payable 8/1

Taxes are due February 1, May 1, August 1 and November 1.

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6. Can I pay my taxes through the mail and will I get a receipt?

You can send your entire tax bill and self addressed stamped envelope and the Tax Collector's office will remove the stub, stamp the back of the tax bill and forward the tax bill back to the taxpayer.

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7. Can taxes be paid with a credit card?

Not at the present time.

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8. How do I file an appeal on my assessment?

When you receive the Assessor's card in January, you may file an appeal with the Bergen County Board of Taxation. You must file on or before April 1.

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