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​​​THE INFORMATION IN THIS BLOG IS INTENDED TO PROVIDE GENERALIZED INFORMATION DESIGNED FOR A BROAD SEGMENT OF THE PUBLIC; IT IS NOT PERSONALIZED TAX, INVESTMENT, LEGAL OR OTHER BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. YOU SHOULD ALWAYS SEEK THE ASSISTANCE OF A PROFESSIONAL WHO KNOWS YOUR PARTICULAR SITUATION FOR ADVICE ON YOUR TAXES, YOUR INVESTMENTS, THE LAW OR ANY OTHER BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL MATTERS THAT AFFECT YOU AND/OR YOUR BUSINESS. ​

Tax FAQs: Get Your Answers!

7/31/2018

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​Tax FAQs: Get Your Answers!

For many people, taxes bring many questions that just never seem to be answered. As a local business, we want our fellow Charlestonians to have their questions answered.  Not only answered, but answered in a way that can be understood! Here is a compiled list of some Frequently Asked Questions from Charleston County.
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How are my property taxes calculated?

Depending on the use of the property, and assessment ratio is applied to the market value of the property in order to determine the assessed value of the property. The millage rates of the property are then multiplied by the assessed value to determine the tax due.
Therefore, MILLAGE RATE x ASSESSED VALUE = TAX DUE ON PROPERTY

What are the assessment rates currently in use?
The current assessment ratios for the state of South Carolina are as follows:
Primary Residences 4 percent fair market value
Other Real Estate 6 percent fair market value
Personal Property (some motor vehicles, watercraft, aircraft, business personal property) 10.5 percent fair market value
Commercial boats 5 percent fair market value
Primary-residence boats 4 percent fair market value
Agricultural Property (privately owned) 4 percent fair market value
Agricultural Property (corporate owned) 6 percent use value
Manufacturing & Utility Property 10.5 percent fair market value
Railroad, Airline, & Pipeline Property 9.5 percent fair market value

What is “Property Tax Relief” and who qualifies for it?

Property Tax Relief is an exemption from school operating millage on residential property. South Carolina law allows this exemption for taxpayers who own the home in which they reside (legal residence). To qualify for Property Tax Relief, the taxpayer must first apply, qualify and be approved for the 4% Legal Residence exemption. To apply you must contact the Assessors' office.

How can I make a Tax payment?
Checks or money orders made payable to Charleston County Treasurer can be mailed to:
Charleston County Treasurer, P.O. Box 878, Charleston, SC 29402-0878
The Treasurer's Office does accept cash, checks and money orders at all Treasurer's office locations. We do not accept credit card payments over the phone or in person. However, you can pay online with your Visa or MasterCard by clicking here. There is a surcharge involved with paying by credit card.

Can I make a partial payment of my tax bill?
No. South Carolina state law does not allow the Treasurer to accept partial payments for individual tax bills.

What is the Homestead Exemption program?

In 1972, the S.C. General Assembly passed the Homestead Exemption Law which provides real estate property tax relief for South Carolinians who are age 65 and over, totally and permanently disabled, or legally blind. The exemption excludes the first $50,000 from the fair market value of your legal residence.

Example:
Without Homestead:

Value of Home                              100,000
Multiplied by 4%                               4,000
Multiplied by Sample Millage           x .270
Total Taxes .                                   = 1,080
With Homestead:
Value of Home                                100,000
Less Exemption                               -50,000
Adj. Value of Home                        = 50,000
Multiplied by 4%                               = 2,000
Multiplied by Sample Millage              x .270
Total Taxes                                           = 540

Please note: This example is a comparative guide and is provided as a general information tool only. The millage used in the example is a composite figure and does not represent current millage amounts. More detailed information can be obtained from the Charleston County Auditor's Office.

When are vehicle taxes due?
Personal property taxes on motor vehicles and recreational vehicles must be paid before your license plates can be renewed. Taxes are due throughout the year on a staggered monthly schedule. You have 45 days after moving to South Carolina to register your vehicle. If you live in this state only part of the year and consider another state your home residence, you are still required to register your car in SC if you will be living here for 150 days or more. For more information, contact the nearest office of the DMV.

What is “Personal Property”?
In South Carolina, personal property encompasses motor vehicles, recreational vehicles, aircraft and watercraft (including boats, motors, and personal recreational vehicles like wave runners and jet skis, etc.). Personal property tax also applies to equipment, furniture, fixtures and machinery primarily used by businesses.

When are personal property taxes due?
With the exception of motor vehicles, personal property taxes must be paid by January 15 of the following year, unless that day falls on a county holiday or weekend. Personal property taxes on motor vehicles and recreational vehicles are due throughout the year on a staggered monthly schedule and must be paid before your license plates can be renewed.

We hope that providing this list of Charleston County FAQs will assist you in understanding your taxes before tax time arrives! Remember to always keep your tax information organized and readily available. Hoods is here to keep taxes simple and help your understanding so you get the most of out the process! Call and make an appointment today to have questions that may have not been on this list answered by one of our knowledgable staff members!

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