Marking the largest return in the program’s history, the Cuyahoga County Treasurer’s Office is returning over $400,000 in interest to taxpayers participating in the EasyPay program, providing a modest decrease in what they’ll owe when February tax bills arrive. EasyPay is a pre-payment or escr ow program that allows taxpayers to divide payments into installments — monthly, biannual or annual. Payments are then held by the Treasurer’s Office and applied when taxes are due. When taxpayers sign up to have those payments made automatically through their banks, the Treasurer’s Office applies the interest earned on their payments to their tax bills. “We’re proud to continue to find innovative ways to support taxpayers,” Treasurer Brad Cromes stated in a news release. “The EasyPay program helps residents stay current on their bills, avoid costly penalties, and save money while simplifying the payment process.” Property owners can use their property tax account number to check their earned EasyPay interest credit here. The Treasurer’s Office noted that Enrollment in EasyPay is as easy as 1-2-3 and can be done online. Property owners first choose an EasyPay option — automatic deductions through their bank, which is required for interest earned credit, or pre-payment coupons. They then pick a payment schedule. Options include monthly, twice per year –January and July — or once per year. Finally, they submit an application. Important dates coming up are early January when physical copies of tax bills will be mailed, and then Feb. 19 when property tax bills are due. Payments must be paid online, in-person, via phone, or postmarked by this date, the release stated. For more information about EasyPay, visit the Treasurer’s Office’s website. ...read more read less