We would like to take this time to remind our readers:
April 10
- Second installment secured property taxes delinquent. A 10% penalty is added as of 5:00 p.m. If delinquent date falls on a weekend or holiday, the delinquent date is the next business day.
Remember, Property Taxes are delinquent April 10th if the property is in escrow. Coordinate with your escrow officer in order to pay property taxes in a timely manor.




November, December, February and April are all important tax months to be aware of when it comes to paying property taxes. Some of the more significant dates for California property taxes are as follows:
A list of California City and County Transfer Taxes in PDF format, for your reference. When a property is sold, transfer tax is charged at a rate depending on the sales price. In addition to the County transfer tax, certain cities charge and ADDITIONAL transfer tax. Some cities do not have a separate city transfer tax. Traditionally the seller pays the transfer tax, but it like all other aspects of a Real Estate sale, this may be negotiated.
The Franchise Tax Board has issued its finalized 2011 forms. Details including links to all forms can be found at:
The California Escrow Association provided feedback and suggestions during the extensive revisions to this form in 2010. Details, including the revised form