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Payments, assistance & taxes

Get Real Estate Tax relief

Assistance programs available for owner-occupied households.

Get the Homestead Exemption

How to apply for the Homestead Exemption to reduce your Real Estate Tax bill if you own your home in Philadelphia.

Real Estate Tax freezes

Some homeowners can freeze their tax bill and pay the same amount every year. Seniors may qualify for a greater discount.

Set up an Owner-occupied Real Estate Tax payment agreement (OOPA)

Program guidelines for homeowners who agree to make affordable monthly payments on property taxes that are past due.

Get a property tax abatement

Guidelines for determining which Real Estate Tax abatements you can get for your property.

Apply for the Longtime Owner Occupants Program (LOOP)

Income and program requirements for Real Estate Tax bill discounts.

Active Duty Tax Credit

Requirements for the Active Duty Tax Credit, which is offered to members of the armed services who are called to active duty outside PA.

Enroll in the Real Estate Tax deferral program

Eligibility and requirements for postponing payment on increases in Real Estate Taxes.

Get a nonprofit Real Estate Tax exemption

Nonprofit organizations are eligible for a Real Estate Tax exemption in Philadelphia.

Get a Real Estate Tax adjustment after a catastrophic loss

How to get a Real Estate Tax adjustment after a catastrophic loss due to fire or another natural disaster.

Set up a Real Estate Tax installment plan

Instructions for senior citizens and low-income taxpayers who want to pay their Real Estate Tax in monthly installments.

Set up a Real Estate Tax payment plan for property you don’t live in

Arrange a payment agreement if you have difficulty paying taxes on real estate that you own but don’t occupy.

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