How to Pay Your Unsecured Property Tax Bill Online in Los Angeles County
If you own personal property like a boat, aircraft, or business equipment in Los Angeles County, you receive an unsecured property tax bill each year. Paying your unsecured property tax bill online is a convenient way to avoid penalties and ensure your payment is received on time. This guide will walk you through the process of paying your Los Angeles County unsecured property tax bill online using the Treasurer and Tax Collector’s website.
What is an Unsecured Property Tax Bill?
An unsecured property tax bill is for taxes assessed on personal property not secured by real estate. This includes:
- Boats and aircraft
- Business equipment, machinery, and supplies
- Equipment leased or rented to others
- Custom software
If you own any of these types of personal property in Los Angeles County exceeding $5000 in total value, you will receive an unsecured property tax bill each year. The bill is mailed in October and payment is due by August 31st to avoid late penalties.
Why Pay Your Unsecured Property Tax Bill Online?
Paying online is the fastest, most secure way to pay your unsecured property taxes in Los Angeles County. Benefits include:
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Avoid late payment penalties – Online payments can be made up until 11:59pm on the due date of August 31st each year. Mailed payments must be postmarked by the due date to avoid penalties.
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Payment confirmation – You will receive an instant confirmation number and receipt by email after paying online.
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Secure payment processing – Online payments are processed through a secure payment gateway that encrypts your financial information.
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Convenience – Pay anytime, anywhere online 24/7. No need to mail a payment or visit the office.
How to Pay Your Unsecured Property Tax Bill Online
Follow these simple steps to pay your unsecured property tax bill online with the Los Angeles County Treasurer and Tax Collector:
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Gather your unsecured property tax bill – You will need the 6-digit assessment number, roll year, and PIN printed on your bill to complete the online payment.
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Visit the payment website – Go to https://ttc.lacounty.gov/pay-your-property-taxes-unsecured/.
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Select your payment method – You can pay by eCheck from your bank account for free or by debit/credit card for a service fee.
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Enter payment information – Fill in your assessment number, roll year, PIN, and payment details on the secure payment form.
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Confirm payment details – Double check that all information entered is correct before submitting payment.
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Get payment confirmation – After submitting, you will receive a confirmation number and confirmation email.
Payment Methods for Unsecured Property Taxes
The Los Angeles County Treasurer and Tax Collector offers several ways to pay your unsecured property tax bill:
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Online – Pay by eCheck or debit/credit card. eCheck has no fee while cards have a service fee.
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Mail – Send a check or money order to the payment address printed on your bill. Must be postmarked by due date.
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In person – Visit the Treasurer and Tax Collector’s office to pay by cash, check or money order.
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Phone – Call to make a debit/credit card payment over the phone during business hours.
We recommend paying online as the most convenient option that also helps you avoid late penalties.
Unsecured Property Tax Payment Deadline
To avoid late payment penalties, your unsecured property tax payment must be received or USPS postmarked by August 31st each year. Pay online by 11:59pm to ensure your payment processes by the deadline.
If mailing your payment, be aware that the postmark date may differ from the day you mail the payment based on the postage used and USPS postmarking practices. We recommend paying online to guarantee your payment is received on time.
Late Payment Penalties
If your unsecured property tax payment is late, you will be charged the following penalties:
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10% penalty assessed starting September 1st
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Additional 1.5% penalty each month payment is late
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22% maximum late penalty
Paying online is the best way to avoid late penalties. You can submit payment up until 11:59pm on the August 31st due date.
How to Avoid Unsecured Property Tax Penalties
Follow these tips to ensure your unsecured property tax payment is received on time and avoid late penalties:
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Pay online – Online payments can be made up until 11:59pm on the August 31st deadline to ensure on-time delivery.
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Pay early – Don’t wait until the last minute! Submit your online payment as early as possible.
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Use correct payment address – If mailing payment, use the address printed on your bill and mail early.
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Note payment deadlines – Mark your calendar with unsecured property tax due dates. Set reminders to pay early.
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Update your mailing address – Notify the Assessor if your address changes so you receive your bill.
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Review postmark requirements – Understand USPS postmarking rules if mailing payment.
Get Help with Your Unsecured Property Tax Bill
If you have any questions about your unsecured property tax bill or need help paying online, contact the Los Angeles County Treasurer and Tax Collector:
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Email: [email protected]
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Phone: (213) 893-7935
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Website: ttc.lacounty.gov
The Treasurer and Tax Collector’s office can look up your tax bill, provide your PIN, and walk you through the steps to pay online or answer any other questions you may have.
Paying your unsecured property tax bill online with Los Angeles County is fast, easy and secure. Just be sure to have your tax bill information handy and submit payment by the August 31st deadline to avoid any late penalties. Contact the Treasurer and Tax Collector’s office if you need any assistance accessing or paying your unsecured property tax bill online.
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AVOID PENALTIES BY UNDERSTANDING POSTMARKS
Property tax payments must be received, or United States Postal Service (USPS) postmarked, by the delinquency date to avoid penalties. Otherwise, the payment is delinquent and penalties will be imposed in accordance with State law. If the 1st installment is delinquent, a 10 percent penalty is imposed. If the 2nd installment is delinquent, a 10 percent penalty plus a $10 cost is imposed on the 2nd installment. For example, if the amount due for the 1st installment is $2,000, a 10 percent penalty of $200 will be imposed. If the amount due for the 2nd installment is $2,000, a 10 percent penalty of $200 and a $10 cost (total $210) will be imposed.
POSTMARKS are imprints the USPS applies to letters, flats, and parcels to reflect the date, name, state, and zip code of the USPS office that accepted custody of the mail. The postmark is generally applied, either by machine or by hand, with cancellation bars and is primarily used to prevent postage from being re-used.
Taxpayers who send their payments by mail are cautioned that the USPS only postmarks certain mail depending on the type of postage used. Additionally, the USPS may not postmark mail on the same day it is deposited by a taxpayer.
Mail that is postmarked
- STANDARD POSTAGE STAMPS: Stamps purchased and affixed to mail as evidence of the payment of postage.
Mail that is not postmarked
- METERED MAIL: Mail on which postage is printed directly on an envelope or label by a postage machine licensed by the USPS. Many private companies use these types of postage machines.
- PRE-CANCELED STAMP: Stamps sold through a private vendor, such as stamps.com®.
- AUTOMATED POSTAL CENTER (APC) STAMPS: Stamps, with or without a date, purchased from machines located within a USPS lobby.
- PERMIT IMPRINT: Pre-sorted mail used by bill pay services, such as online home banking.
If you use these types of postage, the USPS will not postmark your mail. We will impose a 10 percent penalty and a $10 cost, if applicable, if we do not receive your mailed payment by the delinquency date.
SAFER OPTIONS:
Purchase a POSTAGE VALIDATED IMPRINT (PVI) Label from a USPS retail counter or window. The PVI is applied to a piece of mail by personnel at the retail counter or window when postage has been paid to mail that item. The item is retained in USPS custody and is not handed back to the customer. The date printed on the PVI label is the date of mailing.
SAVE MONEY! SAVE TIME! PAY ONLINE!
Choose to pay online:
Electronic payments can be made 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and payments are accepted until 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time on the delinquency date.
- ✓ You will no longer have to worry about mail delays or post office closures.
- ✓ You will no longer write a check, look for stamps, or travel to a mailbox.
Pay online for free using your checking account and the Personal Identification Number (PIN), which is printed on the Annual Property Tax Bill. Each electronic check transaction is limited to $999,999.99. To make a payment now, go to Make Online Payment.
You may also pay online by using a credit card (American Express, Discover, MasterCard, or Visa) or Visa Debit card. However, there are processing fees when paying by credit/debit card. Each credit/debit card transaction is limited to $99,999.99, including all service fees. Electronic payments can be made 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and payments are accepted until 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time on the delinquency date. To make a payment now, go to Make Online Payment.
The year the taxes are added to the tax roll. Two years of tax information is available on the web site from approximately March thru June 30 of each year.
An identifying number assigned to the taxpayers for the annual, supplemental, and escape assessment taxes. The bill number is on the tax bill.
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