Business Personal Property Taxation

Business Personal Property Taxation

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What Is Personal Property?

All property that is not characterized or taxed as “real estate” or “real property” is considered to be a PERSONAL PROPERTY. Business personal property includes everything from pens and other small items to computers and manufacturing equipment. It is available whether it is claimed, rented, leased, lent, or in any case made available to the business.

Types Of Business Personal Property Tangible personal property: OfďŹ ce furniture, supplies and devices Tools and equipment

Intangible personal property: Copyrights, royalties, patents, personal service contracts, installment obligations, life insurance and annuity contracts.

Who Must File A Business Personal Property Listing?

Everyone who owns equipment used in a business must complete a personal property listing by April 30 each year. The listing must include a description of the equipment, its cost, and the acquisition year. The completion of a listing is required of all individuals, partnerships, corporations and associations who on January 1 own, control or possess any amount of leasehold improvements or personal property (tangible) utilized or held for a business reason.

When and Where Does a Business Owner List?

The business personal property listing must be ďŹ led on or before January 31. The owner can submit the list online or by mail. Listing submitted via mail will be considered to be documented as of the date appeared on the stamp attached by the U.S. Postal Service. If the date does not appear on the stamp or if the stamp is not attached by the U.S. Postal Service, the posting will be considered to be documented. All late recorded postings will be subject to a 10% penalty.

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