What Phillips County Residents Need to Know About Property Taxes

Phillips County owners of homes and land should verify assessed values and available exemptions before submitting property tax payments, county officials advise. The Assessor and Tax Collector are the primary contacts for valuation questions and payments. Jerome M. Turner serves as Phillips County Assessor and can be reached at (870) 338-5535 to review parcel records, discuss homestead or disabled veteran exemptions, and answer questions about tax valuation. Neal Byrd, Sr. is the County Tax Collector and can be reached at (870) 338-5580 to accept payments, explain payment plans, and issue receipts.

Confirming the assessed value is the first practical step. If you believe your assessment is incorrect or you qualify for an exemption, contact the Assessor before paying so the record can be reviewed. Payments should then be made to the Collector. The Collector s office issues receipts that serve as proof of payment for mortgage escrow reconciliation and for resolving later billing questions. The Collector can reprint receipts or confirm payments if documentation is needed.

Residents should call the Collector ahead of mailing payments to confirm accepted payment methods and the correct address for mailed payments. In-person payments may be accepted at the Phillips County Courthouse located at 600 Cherry Street, Helena, AR 72342. For copies of deeds, liens, or other recorded documents contact the Circuit Clerk at (870) 338-5515. County offices work together to maintain records and to assist property owners with searches by owner name or parcel number.

Deadlines, discount periods, and penalty schedules are set under state and county rules and can change from year to year. If your property taxes are handled through a mortgage escrow, coordinate with your mortgage servicer to confirm whether they are paying on your behalf. Keep all receipts, whether paper or electronic, as proof of payment and for possible future disputes.

For the most up to date information including any online payment portals or downloadable forms call the Collector s Office at (870) 338-5580 or visit Phillips County official department pages. Verifying assessments, documenting payments, and contacting the correct county office promptly will help protect your property and finances.