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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the general definition of Real Property?
Real Property (real estate) is the rights to land and improvements to the land.
What is the general definition of Personal Property?
Personal Property includes mobile homes located in mobile home parks. Business personal property is composed of tangible assets held for use in a business, other than real property. Taxable business personal property includes, but is not limited to, inventory, supplies, furniture, fixtures, equipment, leasehold improvements, and rental furnishings.
When should I expect to receive a bill for Real Property taxes?
Tax notices are typically mailed out May 15th of each year for the current year taxes. The mailing date is subject to change depending on when the Municipal Assembly sets the mill levy.
When are Real Property Taxes due?
First half installment is due June 15th.
Second half installment is due August 15th.
These dates are subject to change depending on when the Municipal Assembly sets the mill levy and tax bills are mailed out. See calendar for more information.
What should I do if I do not receive a Real Property tax bill?
View your account information via this web site or you can contact the tax department.
Can I pay my Real Property taxes via Internet or phone (i.e., using electronic check or credit card)?
Yes, the Municipality of Anchorage offers two forms of electronic payment, electronic check and credit card. The e-check option will charge the taxpayer a third party fee of $3.00 per transaction. The credit card payment option will charge the taxpayer a third party fee of approximately 3% of the tax amount paid. The e-check option will be available only through this website. The credit card option will be available through this website or by phone. The Municipality offers both electronic payment options as a way to provide additional choice and convenience to customers making payment on real property taxes. (certain minimum and maximum payment amounts apply)
Click here to make electronic payment
Who do I make my check payable to? What address do I use?
Make checks, money orders, cashier checks or travelers checks payable to: Municipality of Anchorage ( OR M.O.A.) For mailing or physical address click here
Note: Please provide property identification number when making payment to ensure payment is applied to the proper account.
What are the penalty and interest rates if I do not pay my property taxes timely?
The penalty rate is 10% of the principal balance owing at the time the due date has passed on each unpaid installment. The interest rate charged is 2% above the prime rate as of April 15th of each year. The interest rate is multiplied by the unpaid principal balance. Interest charges accrue monthly.
What is the latest time I can make my payment for Real Property taxes and still be considered timely?
Confirmation from web site dated by 11:45 P.M. on or before the due date.
Envelope postmarked by the US Post Office by 11:59 P.M. on or before the due date.

Cash register receipt/Treasury date stamp received in person by 5:00 P.M. on or before the due date.

Note: If the due date falls on a weekend or holiday, the due date is the next business day.
What constitutes a valid receipt for payment of my Real Property taxes?
The confirmation from the web site if you paid by e-check or credit card, your cancelled check if you paid by mail, the cash register receipt if you paid in person at the customer service counter or your credit card statement if you paid by credit card.
If an appeal has been filed but is not finalized by the first and/or second half due date, do the taxes have to be paid?
Real Property taxes are due and payable as billed even if you have filed an appeal on the assessed value of your property. A refund will be made, if appropriate, after resolution of your appeal. Those taxpayers entitled to a refund will be paid interest from the date(s) the payment(s) that created the overpayment were made.
Can payments be made on Real Property taxes other than the due dates?
Yes, but that does not stop the penalty, interest or foreclosure costs from being applied to the account if at least the minimum payments were not paid by the first and second half due dates.
Can next year's Real Property taxes be paid in advance?
Yes, but the exact amount will not be known until after the Municipal Assembly has established the mill levy for that year.
If my taxes are overpaid how do I receive a refund?
Credit balances are automatically refunded in accordance with AMC 12.05.062 with interest for all Real Property tax account refunds. Process time will vary due to the volume of overpayments. If you would like your overpayment applied to the next year's taxes or to another tax account, you can fax a letter requesting the transfer to: (907) 343-6121.
Will I receive a refund of overpaid taxes if my value is adjusted after I have paid the taxes based on the higher value?
A claim for refund or transfer to other property accounts filed one year or later after the due date of the tax as billed is forever barred. AMC 12.05.062.
How do I know if my mortgage company has received the tax information for my account(s)?
To check if your mortgage company has requested your tax account information go to: View Account. It is the property owner's responsibility to ensure their mortgage company pays their taxes timely each year. Escrow contracts are between the property owner and the mortgage company.
How do I change my mailing address on my account(s)?
Address changes are processed by the Property Appraisal Office at: 632 W. 6th Avenue, Suite 330. You can also call (907) 343-6770 or fax a request to (907) 343-6599.
How do I apply for a Senior Citizen or Disabled Veteran Exemption?
Applications, procedures and guidelines are available in the Property Appraisal Office at: 632 W 6th Avenue Suite 330, Anchorage, AK 99501. You can also call (907) 343-6770.
Are Real Property taxes billed on a calendar year or some other basis?
Real property taxes are billed on a calendar year basis (January - December).
When will my property be foreclosed on if I am delinquent on my Real Property taxes?
On or about March 1st annually, a petition for judgment and decree of foreclosure and sale is filed with the Superior Court concerning real property parcels with unpaid delinquent taxes for the preceding year(s), e.g. property with delinquent 2003 and prior years taxes are foreclosed following the March 2004 statutory publication and noticing period. Foreclosed property may be redeemed during the one-year redemption period by paying the tax amount(s) along with penalty, interest, and costs due. Properties not redeemed prior to the expiration of redemption period are deeded to the Municipality. Deeded properties that are not repurchased beforehand may be taken by the Municipality for public purpose or sold at public auction. Additional information regarding foreclosure, deed, and sale of foreclosed property may be obtained by contacting the Municipal Real Estate Service Office at (907) 343-7953 or (907) 343-7986.
How will my account be affected if the check I mail for payment does not clear my bank?
Payment will be reversed off of the account back to the effective date of the payment. The tax billing system will automatically apply any penalty, interest and costs as if the payment was never made. An additional $20.00 cost will be added for returned check fee.
What should I do if I recently sold my property, but I am still getting the tax bill?
Contact the Municipal Assessors' Office at (907) 343-6770 for all ownership and address changes.
Why should I pay penalty and interest on a late payment when I never received my tax bill?
It is the property owner's responsibility to ensure their taxes are paid timely each year. Failure to receive a tax bill does not relieve the taxpayer of responsibility for timely payment or constitute cause for cancellation of penalty, interest or costs in cases of delinquency click here.

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