Do you own property or conduct business in Philly? Join us for our second Lunch & Learn series on property, income, and business taxes! This four-part series begins on July 15, with one session held every third Wednesday through October 2026. Each session focuses on a different topic. These webinars are interactive; you’ll also see live demos and have a chance to ask us questions!
What we’ll cover
Our first session on Wednesday, July 15, will focus on the property valuation process and how to appeal your property assessment. We’ll also explain how you may be able to reduce your Real Estate Tax bill.
We’ll cover the following topics in subsequent sessions:
- School Income Tax (SIT) and the Earnings Tax
- Business Income and Receipts Tax (BIRT), including tax responsibilities for gig workers in Philadelphia
- Tax and water bill assistance programs for nonprofits and places of worship
This series will also highlight key features of the Philadelphia Tax Center, including how to manage your tax accounts online from any device.
How to join
The Lunch & Learn series is free and open to owner-occupied homeowners, commercial property owners, accountants and tax preparers, certified public accountants (CPAs), landlords, housing counselors, legal service representatives, and community partners.
You must register to attend these webinars. All sessions will be held on Microsoft Teams.
Schedule
- First webinar: Property assessments, appeals, and reducing your bill
When: Wednesday, July 15, 2026 | at 12 p.m. ET
How: Register today using this Teams link.
The Office of Property Assessment (OPA) has completed its 2027 property valuations. Notices began going out on June 29, and many property owners may have already received theirs. You can also view your updated property value at property.phila.gov.
On July 15, the Department of Revenue, in partnership with the OPA and the Board of Revision of Taxes (BRT), will explain property revaluations, appeal options, and programs that may help reduce your Real Estate Tax bill. Don’t miss out!
- Second webinar: Income tax refresher (School Income Tax and Earnings Tax)
When: Wednesday, August 19, 2026 | at 12 p.m. ET
How: Register today using this Teams link.
- Third webinar: Understanding BIRT and gig worker tax responsibilities
When: Wednesday, September 16, 2026 | at 12 p.m. ET
How: Register today using this Teams link.
- Fourth webinar: Understanding taxes, water bills, and assistance for nonprofits and places of worship
When: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 | at 12 p.m. ET
How: Register today using this Teams link.
We hope you will join us and share this series with your networks.
