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n Missouri, December 31st is the deadline to pay personal property and real estate taxes on time. This includes vehicles, boats, farm equipment, and livestock, with taxation based on ownership as of January 1st last year. To avoid late fees, it's crucial that tax payments are postmarked by the end of the day.

    Allen Icet, Greene County collector of revenue, advises against relying solely on the postal service's blue boxes for timely delivery. Instead, he recommends handing payment envelopes directly to a postal agent and asking them to hand-stamp the envelope with the date. This ensures that the payment is considered on time.

    Payment options include phone, mail, in-person, or online through some counties' websites. Failure to pay by December 31st will result in penalties and interest charges.