Property Tax Settlement Guide

Summary

Property tax settlement agreements in Allegheny County involve contacting the Treasurers Office, which offers payment plans for overdue taxes. Compromises and waivers of penalties and fees are possible on a case-by-case basis, often requiring proof of financial hardship. Property reassessments may be triggered by deed transfers, even if exempt from transfer stamp fees, depending on the countys interpretation. Consult a local attorney for specific advice.

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ALLEGHENY county
Hello Pp,
For property tax settlement agreements in Allegheny County:
- You should contact the Allegheny County Treasurer's Office.
- They offer a payment plan for those behind on property taxes.
- You must make a down payment and then monthly payments.
Please let me know if you need more information.
TERMS compromise wavier of penalty and fes
Hello Pp,
In terms of compromising, waiving penalties and fees in Allegheny County:
- A compromise might be possible, but it's on a case-by-case basis.
- The Treasurer's office might waive penalties if you demonstrate financial hardship.
- Fees are usually mandatory, but exceptions might exist.
Please verify this with the Treasurer's office.
Cases where property reassessment was triggered by transfer of deed that was exempt from transfer stamp fees
Hello Pp, it seems like you're asking about cases where a property reassessment was triggered by a deed transfer that was exempt from transfer stamp fees. Can you please specify whether this occurred in Allegheny County?
Yes allegheny county
Hello Pp,
In Allegheny County, when a deed transfer triggers a property reassessment:
- The reassessment may occur even if the transfer was exempt from stamp fees.
- Reassessments depend on the county's interpretation of the transaction.
Please consult with a local attorney for specific advice.