Congratulations on your purchase of a home! I am working with real estate professionals throughout Los Angeles County to help make this a positive experience and to aid you in avoiding some of the common pitfalls that may occur in the property tax process. It is important that you take a few minutes to review the following:

Even though known taxes are prorated between the buyer and seller during escrow and proper credit is given to each, all annual property taxes may not have been paid to the Tax Collector at that time. By calling the property tax information number at 1(888) 807-2111, you can determine if any annual taxes are due and how to obtain a substitute tax bill if necessary. State law makes it your responsibility to pay the taxes whether or not you receive a bill.

Supplemental tax bills are your responsibility and will be mailed directly to you by the Treasurer and Tax Collector's Office approximately 6 months after your purchase. They are not generally paid by impound accounts.  You may view your estimated supplemental tax amount by going to the Supplemental Tax Estimator on our website.

As a homeowner myself, I am committed to do all I can to make the property tax process as easy as possible for you. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to call my staff toll-free at 1(888) 807-2111 (select *6) and/or visit our Website at http://assessor.lacounty.gov

Published March 2004

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