Tarrant County property owners who have slipped behind on their homestead property taxes may find a lifeboat in the Tax Assessor-Collector's office before the calendar strikes July. With the June 30 deadline just ahead, Tax Assessor-Collector Rick Barnes is advising residents to move swiftly to avoid the steeper cliffs of legal penalties. "We know that many families are struggling right now," Barnes expressed, emphasizing the urgency for those in need to make contact with his office to discuss installment agreements, as relayed by Tarrant County's website.
The installment payment plans are designed to be a cushion for delinquent taxpayers, potentially qualifying them to break down their tax debt into manageable increments. This measure helps minimize the threat of further legal entanglements. Although the window to apply for such arrangements is tightening, with the June cut-off date in sight, the Tarrant County Tax Office continues to encourage property owners to proactively seek this financial relief, suggesting that a stitch in time could save more than just nine.
As a first step towards securing this support, Tarrant County taxpayers can reach out via phone at 817-884-1100 or send an email to [email protected]. The intention, Barnes' office explains, is to offer guidance through the available options and provide tailored assistance to navigate through the eligibility process, a sentiment echoed on their website.
