What is the redemption cost for a certificate amount after 10 days, typically?

The redemption cost for a certificate amount after 10 days typically falls within the range of 2% to 6%. This percentage reflects the interest that accrues on the certificate amount as it sits in redemption, and this specific range indicates the expected penalty or fee that the taxpayer might incur.

In New Jersey, the redemption process allows property owners a defined period to reclaim their property after a tax sale. Within the initial days following the tax sale, lower costs apply that escalate to this percentage as time progresses. The established range of 2%-6% aligns with statutes and regulations governing property tax delinquency and redemption, emphasizing both the protection of the municipality's financial interests and the potential costs borne by property owners attempting to settle their debts.

Understanding this redemption cost is essential for taxpayers to budget appropriately if they find themselves in this situation, and indicates the municipality's policy to incentivize timely payment of owed taxes.