Paying your Taxes
You can pay your taxes through a variety of different ways with the Town of Saugeen Shores. You can also view billing schedules and due dates.
Tax Bill Schedules and Due Dates |
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We issue property tax bills twice a year, one at the end of January and one at the end of July. Each tax bill includes two installments. This means your taxes are usually due four times each year. Property Tax Due Dates:Property tax due dates for 2024 are:
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How To Pay Your Taxes |
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We process many types of payment methods. Please use the payment method that is most convenient for you.
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E-Billing |
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You can now receive your tax and/or utility bills by email. Please complete this form to sign up for electronic invoicing. |
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Pre-Authorized Payment |
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To enroll in our Monthly Budget Plan or Due Date Plan through pre-authorized payments, please complete our online Pre-Authorized Payment Form. You can also download and complete a physical copy of our Customer Pre-authorized Debit (PAD) Agreement. Monthly Budget PlanPre-authorized tax payments are taken from your bank account on the 10th day of each month. Due Date PlanPre-authorized tax payments are taken from your bank account on the due date specified by your tax bill. |
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Penalties and Interest Charges |
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To avoid penalties or interest charges on late payments, we must receive your property tax payment at our office on or before the bill's due date. Penalties and interest charges for late payment are set by municipal by-law in accordance with the Municipal Act. Taxes in arrears will be subject to penalties and interest charges of 1.25% monthly until paid. |
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Paying Taxes with Your Mortgage |
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After a final billing, your mortgage company may re-adjust your mortgage's tax payment to account for a surplus or deficit in your mortgage tax account. This adjustment does not always happen because your property tax has been increased or decreased from the previous year, but because the mortgage company was either collecting not enough or too much on a monthly basis.
If you have questions, contact your mortgage company. They should be able to tell you why your payment has
been adjusted.
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Update Your Mailing Address or Contact Information |
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To update your mailing address or contact information on your property tax bill please complete and submit the form. Please note that a mailing address change with the Town does not update your mailing address with the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation. To make a change with MPAC please visit their website. |