Detroitocfo - Office of the Chief Financial Officer

09/01/2026

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Detroit homeowners facing financial hardship may qualify for programs that can reduce current and delinquent property taxes, prevent foreclosure and make repayment more manageable.

The City of Detroit and Wayne County have resumed their foreclosure-prevention partnership following the renewal of a state law authorizing the Pay As You Stay program.

More info --> https://detroitmi.gov/news/behind-detroit-property-taxes-hope-and-pays-may-help-you-keep-your-home

08/31/2026

⏰ Today is the last day to pay your City of Detroit property taxes! Don't panic if you waited until the last minute—we have you covered.

The number one question we get right now is: "Where can I pay my taxes in cash?"

The answer is simple! Head over to PayDetroit365.com to explore all of your payment options. You can pay with cash using a neighborhood DivDat kiosk, visit a local participating retailer, or skip the trip entirely by using Apple Pay or Google Pay right from your phone.

🔗 Tap the link in our bio to view all of your options at PayDetroit365.com!

08/31/2026

OCFO News: The City of Detroit Office of Treasury is holding its September Revenue Estimating Conference 1PM Friday, Sept. 11th.

During this important meeting, conference principals will gather to review the City’s economic outlook and forecast revenues. These projections directly shape Detroit's budget planning for the next four fiscal years.

Join us virtually at cityofdetroit.zoom.us/j/81671769586 or in-person in the Erma L. Henderson Auditorium on the 13th Floor of the Coleman A. Young Municipal Center, 2 Woodward.

We'll see you there!

08/31/2026

Congratulations Dr. Farr and welcome to the family.

08/27/2026

We’re back... answering one more question ahead of the summer property tax deadline Monday, August 31st. 🗓️

Does the City of Detroit have any programs to help those struggling to pay their property taxes?

YESSS, there is HOPE and help available! 🙌

It’s not too late to see if you qualify for the HOPE (Homeowners Property Exemption) program, which can reduce or completely eliminate your current year’s property taxes. Plus, if you're approved for HOPE, you may also qualify for the Pay As You Stay (PAYS) program to address delinquent back property taxes through the Detroit Tax Relief Fund!

Please reach out if you need assistance:
👉 Learn more: www.detroitmi.gov/HOPE
📞 Call a HOPE Counselor: (866) 313-2520

Need help with the application?
Join us for our next Healthy Homes Foreclosure Prevention – HOPE event!
📍 Patton Recreation Center
⏰ 10:00 AM
📅 Saturday, September 19, 2026

If you have questions about your property tax bill, reach out to our DTSC team:

📱 Phone: 313-224-3560

📩 Email: [email protected]

💻 Visit: www.detroitmi.gov/dtsc

08/27/2026

We’re back... answering one more question ahead of the summer property tax deadline Monday, August 31st. 🗓️

Does the City of Detroit have any programs to help those struggling to pay their property taxes?

YESSS, there is HOPE and help available! 🙌

It’s not too late to see if you qualify for the HOPE (Homeowners Property Exemption) program, which can reduce or completely eliminate your current year’s property taxes. Plus, if you're approved for HOPE, you may also qualify for the Pay As You Stay (PAYS) program to address delinquent back property taxes through the Detroit Tax Relief Fund!

Please reach out if you need assistance:
👉 Learn more: www.detroitmi.gov/HOPE
📞 Call a HOPE Counselor: (866) 313-2520

Need help with the application?
Join us for our next Healthy Homes ForeclosurePrevention – HOPE event!
📍 Patton Recreation Center
⏰ 10:00 AM
📅 Saturday, September 19, 2026

If you have questions about your property tax bill, reach out to our DTSC team:

📱 Phone: 313-224-3560

📩 Email: [email protected]

💻 Visit: www.detroitmi.gov/dtsc

08/24/2026

08/20/2026

OCFO News: Struggling to pay your City of Detroit property taxes, there is HOPE. Check out the video to find out how the City’s HOPE program qualifies you for the Wayne County Treasurer's PAYS (Pay As You Stay) program which was just reinstated per State law. Go to www.detroitmi.gov/HOPE

08/17/2026