Taxes

Income tax is paid to the state. Due May 1 annually. If no Virginia tax is withheld from pay, or if insufficient tax is withheld, then quarterly estimated returns are required by May 1st, Jun 15th, Sep 15th and Jan 15th. For information call 222-8234.

Personal property taxes are assessed on automobiles, boats, motorcycles, trucks, trailers, recreational vehicles and business personal property (furniture, fixtures and equipment used in a business). Since the tax on autos is computed using the N.A.D.A. book value, if you should have a high-mileage vehicle you may well receive a substantial reduction in your tax by filing the high mileage declaration.

Real estate taxes are billed and paid semi-annually. Information on individual properties, including their assessed values, is available at 222-6740 M-F 7:00 am to 7:00 pm.

Tax Facts is an annual county publication mailed to all tax payers and worth studying.

Useful recordings on tax matters are available at 222-8234.