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- [berk-e News Sign Up – Individual](https://www.hab-inc.com/berk-e-news-sign-up-individual/): berk-e News Sign Up – Individual Sign up below to receive a reminder when taxes are due, bills are being mailed, due dates are approaching or any important changes or news regarding the taxes we administer. What would you like to do?
- [Testimonials](https://www.hab-inc.com/testimonials/): What people are saying about Berkheimer At Berkheimer, we constantly strive to provide the best service to solve the needs of our customers.  “Thank you for your quick, prompt courteous service!!!! Amazing! I thought it was going to be a long drawn out process. Thank you so much. I feel like you went above and beyond.” John, Northampton County “I just spoke to a wonderful rep. I explained my hardship I am going through, she treated me with patience, kindness and she was so reassuring, it really touched me. She was such an angel, I have the utmost respect and […]
- [Website Terms Of Use](https://www.hab-inc.com/website-terms-of-use/): Website Terms Of Use Acceptance By accessing and browsing the Berkheimer Tax Innovations web site or by using and/or downloading any content from same, you agree and accept the Terms of Use as set forth below. Purpose of the website All the materials contained in the Company’s web site are provided for informational purposes only and shall not be construed as a commercial offer, a license, an advisory, fiduciary or professional relationship between you and the Company. No information provided on this site shall be considered a substitute for your independent investigation. Links to Third-Party Websites Links to third-party web […]
- [Accessibility](https://www.hab-inc.com/accessibility/): Accessibility Accessibility Policy Berkheimer recognizes the importance of ensuring that our website is accessible to those who may use assistive technology to access information online.   Should you experience any difficulties accessing any information on our website, please do not hesitate to contact us. To better serve you, please inform us if there are any preferred formats in which we may provide you with the necessary materials, if possible.   We are continually evolving to ensure that we bring all areas of our website up to the same level of accessibility. Our goal is to deliver the same or equivalent […]
- [Privacy Policy](https://www.hab-inc.com/privacy-policy/): Privacy Policy We are committed to the privacy protection of consumers both online and offline. Berkheimer is a privacy conscious organization and is strongly committed to your right to privacy. The Privacy Statement follows the guidelines set by the Online Privacy Alliance and to our knowledge is in accordance with international data protection legislation. By submitting identifying data, a visitor to our Web site is agreeing to Berkheimer’s use of such data as described in this privacy statement. Generally, Berkheimer only collects identifiable information that is specifically and voluntarily provided by a visitor to our site. A visitor to our […]
- [Tax Appeals](https://www.hab-inc.com/taxappeals/): Tax Appeals Montgomery TCD Download Susquehanna TCD Download
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- [Contact Us](https://www.hab-inc.com/contact-us/): Contact Us We are here to help. You can easily contact us by email, fax, phone, mail or BerkApp. Please click here to make your payment online or download our BerkApp to make a payment or submit documentation.  Submit Questions or Requests If submitting documentation ONLY, please use fax or email information below. Department Description Online Form Individuals All questions & issues from individual taxpayers. wecare@palocaltax.com Include your Account Number or the last 4 digits of your Social Security Number. Online Customer Care HAB-DLT Payment Plan Request Payment Plan Request Businesses All questions & issues from businesses. wecare@palocaltax.com Include your Account Number […]
- [State List Comparison](https://www.hab-inc.com/state-list-comparison/): State Wage Comparison Contact Information
- [Request a Certification](https://www.hab-inc.com/utility-certification-request-form/): Request a Certification Instantly obtain a utility certification by visiting our self-serve portal. Self-serve Portal You can also request a utility certification by completing the form below. Taxpayer Information Complete this form. Submit this form. Print, complete and mail the Certification Request Payment Form with your payment. Please allow 3-5 business days for a response. Contact Information
- [Utility Bill Request](https://www.hab-inc.com/utility-bill-request/): Utility Bill Request Taxpayer Information
- [Utilities Faqs](https://www.hab-inc.com/utility-faq/): Utilities FAQs What is a Utility Bill Fee for service provided (i.e. Trash/Sewer) or fee for maintenance of utility system (i.e. Sewer/Stormwater). When are my bills mailed? Utility bills can be mailed annually, quarterly or monthly, depending on where you live. How is the bill calculated? Depending on what utility you are being billed for, some can be a flat rate, or it can be a rate multiplied by usage/gallons. All townships and boroughs set their own rates. How can I change my mailing address? You can email, fax or call to update the mailing address. For details, click here. I […]
- [Utilities](https://www.hab-inc.com/utl/): Utilities Utilities (UTL) Utilities or public utilities, are services provided to households, businesses, and industries and is paid by those who own property where the service is supplied to. FAQs Check My Balance Mailing List My Berk Portal Pay My Bill Request a Bill Request a Receipt For Title Companies Request a Certification If you have additional/specific questions that are not addressed above, please click on the link to send an inquiry to our customer care department.
- [Feedback Survey](https://www.hab-inc.com/website-feedback/): Feedback Survey Help us serve you better. Please tell us about your experience with our website.
- [Application For Per Capita and / or Occupation Exoneration Request Form](https://www.hab-inc.com/pct-exon/): Application For Per Capita and / or Occupation Exoneration Before applying for an exoneration, CLICK HERE to see if your locality has a special form. Taxpayer Information
- [Application For Per Capita and / or Occupation Exoneration Request Form- Moved](https://www.hab-inc.com/moved/): Application For Per Capita and / or Occupation Exoneration – Moved If you received a current Per Capita and/or Occupation Tax bill from us but have moved out of the jurisdiction listed in the upper right hand corner of the bill, please complete and submit this form so that we may update your account. Note ALL PERSONS MOVING CAN BE LISTED ON THIS FORM. PLEASE PROVIDE THE INFORMATION REQUESTED BELOW. PLEASE PROVIDE THE INFORMATION REQUESTED BELOW.
- [Per Capita & Occupation Assesment Exoneration Forms](https://www.hab-inc.com/exon/): Per Capita & Occupation Assesment Exoneration Forms To request an exoneration use the form below for the appropriate School District / Municipality listed below.If your jurisdiction is not listed below and you have moved, please use our Application For Per Capita and / or Occupation Exoneration Request Form – Moved.For all other reasons, please use our Application For Per Capita and / or Occupation Exoneration Request Form. Occupation Assessment Taxes are assessed on all employed residents that hold an occupation. The Occupation Assessment Tax can be a flat tax rate or an assessed value depending upon your occupation. Can I apply for exoneration […]
- [Per Capita & Occupation Assessment Taxes FAQ](https://www.hab-inc.com/pct-faq/): Per Capita & Occupation Assessment Taxes FAQ What if I moved out before the tax bill was issued? If you moved out prior to the issue of the tax bill, please return the bill to our office with documentation of your new residence (example: copy of driver’s license, utility bill, tax notice) for the appropriate time period. You can also respond online, click here. What should I do if the individual the bill is for is now deceased? If the taxpayer who received the bill is now deceased please return the bill to us noting the date of passing and […]
- [Per Capita Tax](https://www.hab-inc.com/billrequest/): Per Capita Tax Current Per Capita Tax and / or Occupation Tax Bill Request Contact Information
- [Act 50 FAQ](https://www.hab-inc.com/act-50/): Act 50 FAQ Act 50 Taxpayer Bill Of Rights This is a list of your rights as they relate to an audit performed by Berkheimer; a request you may have for a refund of taxes paid by you; the steps you may take to appeal an audit determination or denial of a refund; and the steps Berkheimer can take to collect unpaid taxes. These rights apply to the collection of the following kinds of taxes: earned income tax; net profits tax; occupation assessment tax; local services tax; business privilege tax; mercantile tax; amusement / admission tax; and per capita tax. […]
- [Per Capita and Occupation Assesment Taxes](https://www.hab-inc.com/per-capita-tax/): Per Capita and Occupation Assesment Taxes FORMS FAQ Request a Bill Exoneration Info Pay My Bill MyBerk Portal Delinquent Taxes Mailing List The Per Capita Tax is a flat rate local tax payable by all adult residents living within a taxing jurisdiction. For most areas “adult” is defined as 18 years of age and older, though in some areas the minimum age may differ. This tax is due yearly and is based solely on residency, it is NOT dependent upon employment or property ownership.  Municipalities and school districts were given the right to collect a $10.00 per capita tax under ACT 511, […]
- [BerkApp​](https://www.hab-inc.com/berk-app/): BerkApp Welcome to the BerkApp Filing has never been easier.Berkheimer has been hard at work developing and expanding our mobile app to help make filing your local taxes easier and more convenient than ever. File your Taxpayer’s Annual Local Earned Income Tax Return (only single returns can be filed at this time. Joint returns can be filed on our e-File website). If you need to respond to a correspondence or inquiry from our office, you can simply type in a quick response and take a pic of the correspondence and any supporting documentation that has been requested.  No need to […]
- [Delinquent Per Capita Tax / Occupation Tax  Exoneration Forms](https://www.hab-inc.com/dlt-pct-exon-forms/): Delinquent Per Capita Tax / Occupation Tax Exoneration Forms What should I do if I qualify for an exoneration? If you qualify for exoneration, you will be required to return the bill/form along with the supporting documentation required as noted on the bill and/or exoneration form for the area that you reside in. Delinquent Per Capita Tax / Occupation Tax Exonerations If your jurisdiction is not listed below and you have moved, please use our Application for Past Due Per Capita and / or Occupation Exoneration – MovedFor all other reasons, please use our Application for Past Due Per Capita […]
- [Application for Delinquent Individual Local Services  Tax Exoneration Form](https://www.hab-inc.com/application-for-delinquent-individual-local-services-tax-exoneration-form/): Application for Delinquent Individual Local Services Tax Exoneration Form This form should be used if requesting an exoneration. Taxpayer Information
- [Delinquent Local Services Tax Exoneration Forms](https://www.hab-inc.com/dlt-lst-exon-forms/): Delinquent Local Services Tax Exoneration Forms What should I do if I qualify for an exoneration? If you qualify for exoneration, you will be required to return the bill/form along with the supporting documentation required as noted on the bill and/or exoneration form. Individuals Employers
- [EIT - Respond to a Notice](https://www.hab-inc.com/eit-respond-online/): EIT – Respond to a Notice Have you moved during the year? Part Year Resident Response Respond to the State Wage Comparison Letter you have received State Wage Comparison If you believe you received a Local Earned Income Tax Reminder Notice in error, please complete this form No Earnings/Reminder Notice Received in Error Respond or provide documentation edoc1@goberk.com
- [Final Return - Penalty & Interest Added FAQ](https://www.hab-inc.com/final-return-penalty-interest-added/): Final Return – Penalty & Interest Added FAQ I have recently received a notification from Berkheimer informing me that I owe Interest on the payment that I submitted with my Final Earned Income Tax return. The return was remitted on time and payment made in full.  Why did I receive this notification? The reason for the notification is based upon the fact that under ACT 32, individuals who have taxable income of $12,000, or more in any given tax year, on which the taxes due are not withheld on by an employer or are the result of self-employment, are required […]
- [Local Earned Income Tax Reminder Notice FAQ](https://www.hab-inc.com/indeitremfaq/): Local Earned Income Tax Reminder Notice FAQ File Online Why did I receive a Reminder Notice for a Local Earned Income Tax Final Return for the area I resided in last year? Current legislation, ACT 32 of 2009, requires, under Section 502, that: (1) Every taxpayer shall, on or before April 15 of the succeeding year, make and file with the resident tax officer, a final return showing the amount of taxable income received during the period beginning January 1 of the current year and ending December 31 of the current year, the total amount of tax due on the […]
- [Earned Income Tax Refund FAQ](https://www.hab-inc.com/earned-income-tax-refund-faq/): Earned Income Tax Refund FAQ Reasons Your Refund May Be Denied The Local Services Tax cannot be used as credit against your Earned Income Tax liability. Federal Income Tax cannot be used as a credit towards Local Earned Income Tax liability. PA State Tax cannot be used as credit towards Local Earned Income Tax liability. Social Security/Medicare Tax cannot be used as credit towards Local Earned Income Tax liability. PA Unemployment Compensation cannot be used as credit towards Local Earned Income Tax liability. Employee-directed contributions to retirement plans are taxable. Stock Options are taxable. The non-resident rate of the municipality […]
- [Earned Income Tax Quarterly Return DQ-1 FAQ](https://www.hab-inc.com/individual-eit-quarterly-faq/): Earned Income Tax Quarterly Return DQ-1 FAQ When are my forms and payment due? Quarter Months Due On or Before 1st Quarter January, February, March April 30th 2nd Quarter April, May, June July 31st 3rd Quarter July, August, September October 31st 4th Quarter October, November, December January 31st How do I confirm if I submitted quarterly payments directly to Berkheimer? Click here to confirm your quarterly payments. How do I make a quarterly payment? Click here to pay your quarterly payment online OR mail your return with payment to the following address: Berkheimer Tax InnovationsPO Box 25157Lehigh Valley, PA 18002 Who must […]
- [Application for Delinquent Employer Earned Income Tax / Local Services Tax Exoneration Form](https://www.hab-inc.com/dlt-er-eit-lst-exon/): Application for Delinquent Employer Earned Income Tax / Local Services Tax Exoneration This form should be used if requesting an exoneration. Taxpayer Information
- [FAQs](https://www.hab-inc.com/faq/): FAQS Tax FAQs Earned Income Tax Local Services Tax Per Capita Tax Payroll Preparation Tax Real Estate tax BPT/MCT Other FAQs BerkApp State Wage Comparison Wage Granishment FAQs Employer Taxpayers Act FAQs Act 32 Act 50
- [Application for Delinquent Individual Earned Income Tax Exoneration Form](https://www.hab-inc.com/dlt-ind-eit-exon/): Application for Delinquent Individual Earned Income Tax Exoneration This form should be used if requesting an exoneration. Taxpayer Information
- [Taxpayer Annual Local Earned Income Tax Return (F-1) FAQ](https://www.hab-inc.com/local-earned-income-tax-return-faq/): Taxpayer Annual Local Earned Income Tax Return (F-1) FAQ Effective with tax year 2023 and forward, amounts paid or incurred by an employer of an employee for dependent care assistance under a Section 129 plan are no longer taxable for local earned income/net profits tax purposes.  For additional information on the law change, please click here:  Dependent Care Assistance (pa.gov) What is the “Earned Income Tax?” Earned Income is defined as compensation as determined under section 303 of the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L. 6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, and regulations in 61 PA. […]
- [e-filing (Individual) FAQ](https://www.hab-inc.com/e-filing-individual-faq/): e-filing (Individual) FAQ Why e-file? The e-file program walks you through and does the calculations for you. All you need to do is enter the information from your hard copy forms into the electronic form and the system does the rest. Saves on stamps and you know Berkheimer Tax Innovations has received the return whether you had the correct tax withheld, made a payment, or requested a refund. You get a confirmation number immediately and you can view your return 24/7. Our site is safe and secure! Refunds can be directly deposited into your bank account; no waiting for a […]
- [EIT Individual FAQ](https://www.hab-inc.com/eit-individual-faq/): EIT Individual FAQ Learn more about filing online E-file FAQ Learn more about our app BerkApp Frequently asked questions and information about Earned Income Tax final returns Earned Income Tax Return (F1) FAQ Frequently asked questions and information for those who must file quarterly Quarterly Estimated (DQ-1) FAQ Reasons your refund may be denied/delayed Earned Income Tax Refund FAQ Frequently asked questions for those who received a Reminder Notice Earned Income Tax Reminder Notice FAQ Information for those who have received a notification stating that Interest is owed on the payment that was submitted with your Final Return Penalty and […]
- [Individual File Maintenance Form](https://www.hab-inc.com/individual-file-maintenance-form/): Individual File Maintenance Form Enter the information requested below to update your account. Personal Information
- [Delinquent Earned Income Tax Exoneration Forms](https://www.hab-inc.com/dlt-eit-exon-forms/): Delinquent Earned Income Tax Exoneration Forms What should I do if I qualify for an exoneration? If you qualify for exoneration, you will be required to return the bill/form along with the supporting documentation required as noted on the bill and/or exoneration form. Individuals Employers
- [Application for Delinquent BPT Exoneration Request](https://www.hab-inc.com/dlt-bpt-exon/): Application for Delinquent BPT Exoneration This form should be used if requesting an exoneration. Business Information
- [Delinquent Business Privilege Tax Exoneration Forms](https://www.hab-inc.com/dlt-bpt-exon-forms/): Delinquent Business Privilege Tax Exoneration Forms What should I do if I qualify for an exoneration? If you qualify for exoneration, you will be required to return the bill/form along with the supporting documentation required as noted on the bill and/or exoneration form. Application for Delinquent BPT Exoneration
- [Delinquent Exoneration Forms](https://www.hab-inc.com/dlt-exon-forms/): Delinquent Exoneration Forms Business Privilege Exonerations Earned Income Tax Exonerations    Local Services Tax Exonerations Per Capita Tax Exonerations
- [Delinquent Taxes](https://www.hab-inc.com/dlt-taxes/): Delinquent Taxes Taxes are considered delinquent once the filing and/or payment deadline is missed. If you have received a Delinquent Notice for Earned Income Tax, Local Service Tax, Per Capita, Occupation Assessment or Business Privilege Tax you can select from the following options. Pay My Bill  Request Payment Plan Exonerations Check My Balance Wage Garnishments (Employer’s Response) If you have additional/specific questions that are not addressed above, please click on the link to send an inquiry to our customer care department.
- [Local Services Tax Balance Due Notice Payments (HAB-LST)](https://www.hab-inc.com/local-services-tax-balance-due-notice-payments-hab-lst/): Local Services Tax Balance Due Notice Payments (HAB-LST) NOTE:  We use ACI Payments, Inc via our website and our Berkapp for paying local taxes. If you are contacted by Doxo, please note Doxo is not affiliated with Berkheimer and they do not have permission to use our name. You may proceed with using one of the links on this website to make payment. If you have received an Local Services Tax Balance Due Notice, you can pay online using ACI Payments, Inc. You can select from the following fast, easy & secure options. You Are Leaving Berkheimer Website. You will be directed […]
- [Local Services Tax Statutory Authorization Explanation](https://www.hab-inc.com/local-services-tax-statutory-authorization-explanation/): Local Services Tax Statutory Authorization Explanation Local Services Tax Statutory Authorization Explanation Authorized by the Local Tax Enabling Act, the Local Services Tax (LST) is levied on the privilege of engaging in an occupation within a taxing district. It is separate and distinct from the Occupation Assessment Tax. In contrast to the Occupation Assessment Tax, the LST is levied on residents and nonresidents alike who work within the taxing body’s jurisdiction. The changes are effective for taxes levied in calendar year 2008 and forward.LST is also distinct from the Per Capita Tax, which is a fixed amount levied only on […]
- [Local Services Tax Rules & Regs FAQ](https://www.hab-inc.com/local-services-tax-rules-regs/): Local Services Tax Rules & Regs FAQ Preface The following rules and regulations have been promulgated by Berkheimer Innovations and adopted by the taxing body to outline the Local Services Tax and the responsibilities it places on employers and employees located within the local taxing district. This supplement is not independent and should be read in conjunction with the appropriate ordinance and/or resolution. Should there be any conflict, the statement in the ordinance and/or resolution will prevail. Article I – Levy The Local Services Tax is levied by the political subdivision upon individuals engaging in an occupation in that taxing […]
- [Wage Garnishment Individuals FAQ](https://www.hab-inc.com/wage-attachments-individuals-faq/): Wage Garnishment Individuals FAQ Employers: Click Here Why have I received a “NOTICE PRIOR TO WAGE GARNISHMENT”? You received a certified notice before wage garnishment from Berkheimer because you failed to pay delinquent taxes/fees due and have not responded to prior notices sent to you. If you fail to respond to this notice by the Due Date to resolve the delinquency, Berkheimer will institute a Wage Garnishment with your employer within 30 days of that date. What is a wage garnishment? A wage garnishment is a request made by a tax collector or tax officer asking that an individual’s employer and […]
- [Wage Garnishment Employer FAQ](https://www.hab-inc.com/wage-attachments-employer-faq/): Wage Garnishment Employer FAQ Taxpayers: Click Here Why have I received a “WAGE GARNISHMENT”? You have received a wage garnishment from Berkheimer because the employee has failed to respond to inquiries, including a certified notice before wage garnishment, from us on the past due taxes/fees as listed on the wage garnishment. Due to this failure to respond by the taxpayer, Berkheimer has issued a wage garnishment to you, the employer, to deduct the requested taxes/fees from their pay. What is a wage garnishment? A wage garnishment is a request made by a tax collector or tax officer asking that an individual’s […]
- [Wage Garnishment](https://www.hab-inc.com/wage-garnishment/): Wage Garnishment If you’re an employer handling wage garnishments for Berkheimer taxes, it’s important to ensure compliance with local tax collection requirements. We provide the necessary support to help you manage deductions efficiently and keep your business in good standing. FORM Employer FAQs Pay Online Taxpayer FAQs If you have additional/specific questions that are not addressed above, please click on the link to send an inquiry to our customer care department.
- [Local Services Tax – Employer (LST-1)  FAQ](https://www.hab-inc.com/local-services-tax-employer-lst-1-faq/): Local Services Tax – Employer (LST-1) FAQs Quickly find an existing HAB Employer account Employer HAB ID Lookup Quickly register a new account Employer Account Creation How to withhold for your employees If the total LST rate enacted exceeds $10, the tax must be assessed and collected on a prorated basis determined by the number of payroll periods established by an employer for a calendar year. The tax assessed on each employee for a payroll period is calculated by dividing the total rate of the LST by the number of payroll periods established by the employer for the calendar year. […]
- [Local Services Tax - FAQs](https://www.hab-inc.com/employer-local-services-tax-faq/): Local Services Tax – FAQs Frequently asked questions and information about Local Services Tax Local Services Tax – Employer (LST-1)  FAQ Rules and Regulations outlining the Local Services Tax Local Services Tax Rules & Regulations Local Services Tax Statutory Authorization Explanation
- [Employer Local Services Tax (LST-1) Forms](https://www.hab-inc.com/lst-forms-for-employers/): Employer Local Services Tax (LST-1) Forms Employer Registration Online Fill, Print, Mail Download LST-1 Local Services Tax Employer Return Online Fill, Print, Mail Download File Upload Formats: CSV File Formats: Single Employer  Multiple Employer Pennsylvania Standard File Format General Instructions For Filing LST-1  General Instructions For Filing LST-1 – Act 199 LST-1 FTF No Filing Due Online Local Services Tax Registration Fill, Print, Mail Download Local Services Tax Exemption Certificate Download Act 199 Local Services Tax Exemption Certificate Download
- [Local Services Tax – Employers](https://www.hab-inc.com/lst-employer/): Local Services Tax – Employers The Local Services Tax is a local tax payable by all individuals who hold a job or profession within a taxing jurisdiction imposing the tax. It is due quarterly on a prorated basis determined by the number of pay periods for a calendar year. FORMS Employer HAB ID Lookup Register An Employer  File Online FAQ Delinquent Taxes edoc1@goberk.com  Respond to a Notice  If you have additional/specific questions that are not addressed above, please click on the link to send an inquiry to our customer care department. Looking for Individual LST? Click Here
- [LST Forms for Individuals](https://www.hab-inc.com/lst-forms-for-individuals/): Local Services Tax Forms for Individuals LST – 3 Local Services Tax Individual Return $10.00 or Less Fill, Print, Mail Download Greater than $10.00 Fill, Print, Mail Download Local Services Tax – Exemption Certificate Download Act 199 Local Services Tax Exemption Certificate Download Local Services Tax – Refund Application Fill, Print, Mail Download
- [Local Services Tax (LST-3) FAQ](https://www.hab-inc.com/individual-local-services-tax-faq/): Local Services Tax (LST-3) FAQ Frequently Asked Questions What is the Local Services Tax? The Local Services Tax is a local tax payable by all individuals who hold a job or profession within a taxing jurisdiction imposing the tax. It is due quarterly on a prorated basis determined by the number of pay periods for a calendar year. 1. If the total LST rate enacted exceeds $10.00, the tax will be deducted at a rate of $1.00 per week.  For areas under Act 199, deductions will be greater than $1.00 per week.  If the total LST rate enacted is $10.00 or […]
- [LST Services FAQ](https://www.hab-inc.com/lst-individual-faq/): LST Individual FAQ Frequently asked questions and information about Local Services Tax Local Services Tax – Individual (LST-3) FAQ Rules and Regulations outlining the Local Services Tax Local Services Tax Rules & Regulations Local Services Tax Statutory Authorization Explanation
- [Act 32 FAQ](https://www.hab-inc.com/act-32/): Act 32 FAQ What is Act 32? Act 32 is a law that streamlines and standardizes the local earned income tax system. Act 32 reduces Pennsylvania’s number of Earned Income Tax (EIT) collectors from 560 to 14. The appointment of collection responsibility falls on countywide committees made up of representatives from local municipalities and school districts. The committees established tax collection districts and elected tax officers to collect the EIT. Act 32 requires uniform withholding of earned income taxes and remittance to a single local collector or Tax Officer. The act applies to the earned income taxes levied and collected […]
- [Employer Quarterly Return (Prior Tax Year and/or Quarter) FAQ](https://www.hab-inc.com/employer-quarterly-return-reminder-notice-faq/): Employer Quarterly Return (Prior Tax Year and/or Quarter) FAQ So you received an Employer Quarterly Return for a prior tax year and/or quarter and are wondering why, well hopefully this overview will help you to understand why and the steps that you can take to rectify the situation. Why did I receive an Employer Quarterly Return for a prior tax year and/or quarter? Current legislation, ACT 32 of 2009, under Section 512 (4) requires that:(4) Except as set forth in paragraph (5), within 30 days following the end of each calendar quarter, every employer shall file a quarterly return and […]
- [Employer Quarterly / Monthly Return (E1) FAQ](https://www.hab-inc.com/faqs-employer-earned-income-tax-faq/): Employer Quarterly / Monthly Return (E1) FAQ Quickly find an existing HAB Employer account Employer HAB ID Lookup Quickly register a new account Employer Account Creation Effective with tax year 2023 and forward, amounts paid or incurred by an employer of an employee for dependent care assistance under a Section 129 plan are no longer taxable for local earned income/net profits tax purposes. For additional information on the law change, please click here:  Dependent Care Assistance (pa.gov) What is the employer’s responsibility? Employers who maintain worksites in PA or employ individuals who may work from their homes are required to withhold […]
- [EIT Employer FAQ](https://www.hab-inc.com/eit-employer-faq/): EIT Employer FAQ Frequently asked questions and information about filing monthly & quarterly returns Employer Quarterly / Monthly Return FAQ An overview of why you may have received an Employer Quarterly Return for a prior tax year and/or quarter Employer Quarterly Return (Prior Tax Year and/or Quarter) FAQ Information about Act 32 Act 32 FAQ
- [berk-e News Sign Up - Payroll Company](https://www.hab-inc.com/berk-e-news-sign-up-payroll-company/): berk-e News Sign Up – Payroll Company Sign up below to receive a reminder when taxes are due, bills are being mailed, due dates are approaching or any important changes or news regarding the taxes we administer. What would you like to do?
- [berk-e News Sign Up – Business](https://www.hab-inc.com/berk-e-news-sign-up-business/): berk-e News Sign Up – Business Sign up below to receive a reminder when taxes are due, bills are being mailed, due dates are approaching or any important changes or news regarding the taxes we administer. What would you like to do?
- [Contact Client Services Form – Clients / Local Governments](https://www.hab-inc.com/clientsandlocal-governments-contact-client-services-form/): Contact Client Services Form – Clients / Local Governments This form is for government entities. If you have a personal tax question, please click here. Contact Information
- [PSD Confirmation Service](https://www.hab-inc.com/electronic-services/businessesandpayrollcompanies/psd-confirmation-service/): PSD Confirmation Service In order to help employers identify the proper Political Subdivision (PSD) codes and tax rates to be withheld from their employees under ACT 32 taxes, we have developed a program that allows you to download a file to our system and in-turn receive a report listing the proper PSD code and tax rate for each of your employees. You can utilize this information to verify that the information being submitted to you by your employees on the Certificate of Residency is accurate. This service will be provided free of charge to employers located within our taxing jurisdictions. […]
- [Wage Garnishment - Form](https://www.hab-inc.com/wage-attachment-employers-response/): Wage Garnishment – Employer’s Response Can’t find what you’re looking for? Check out our FAQs for answers.
- [LST-1 FTF No Filing Due](https://www.hab-inc.com/lst-1-ftf/): LST-1 FTF No Filing Due Thank you for your time! If you received form LST-1 FTF and feel you were not required to file a return, please complete the form below. Employer Information
- [Local Services Tax - Individual](https://www.hab-inc.com/lst-individuals/): Local Services Tax – Individuals The Local Services Tax is a local tax payable by all individuals who hold a job or profession within a taxing jurisdiction imposing the tax. Your taxes are used to support police, fire and emergency services and road maintenance. FORMS FAQs Pay My Bill Delinquent Taxes If you have additional/specific questions that are not addressed above, please click on the link to send an inquiry to our customer care department. Looking for Employer LST? Click Here
- [File and Pay](https://www.hab-inc.com/electronic-services/businessesandpayrollcompanies/file-and-pay/): EIT – File & Pay Business Filing Made Easy Quickly find an existing HAB Employer account Employer HAB ID Lookup Create an account online and receive your account number immediately Employer Registration  E-file Employer Quarterly Return (EIT) Use Data Entry or File Upload File Upload Formats: CSV Format, Federal File Format, or Pennsylvania Standard File Format Local Services Tax (LST-1) Use Data Entry or File Upload File Upload Formats: CSV File Formats: Single Employer / Multiple Employer or Pennsylvania Standard File Format W-2 Annual Reconciliation (EIT) Use Data Entry or File Upload File Upload Formats: CSV Format, Federal File Format, Social Security EFW2 Format or Pennsylvania Standard File Format Business Privilege Tax We now […]
- [E-1 Reminder (DCEDE11REM) No Filing Due](https://www.hab-inc.com/e1response/): E-1 Reminder (DCEDE11REM) No Filing Due If you received a late filing notice and no tax is due, please complete this form. Employer Information
- [EIT Employer Forms](https://www.hab-inc.com/eit-forms-employers/): EIT Employer Forms Employer Registration Using the Online option, you will be given an account immediately after you have entered all your account information. Online Fill, Print, Mail Download Employer Quarterly Return​ File Upload Formats: Federal File Format, CSV Format, Pennsylvania Standard File Format Online Fill, Print, Mail Download Notice Of Intent To File Combined Returns​ Fill, Print, Mail Residency Certification Form​ Fill, Print, Mail Download​ W-2 Annual Reconciliation File Upload Formats: Federal File Format, CSV Format, Social Security EFW2 Format, Pennsylvania Standard File Format Online Fill, Print, Mail Download Employer Earned Income Tax Return Reminder Online (File) Online (No Filing Due) Fill, Print, Mail Download
- [Earned Income Tax – Employers](https://www.hab-inc.com/eit-employers/): Earned Income Tax – Employers Earned Income is defined as payments received for services rendered for cash or other consideration.  It is generally referred to as “Wages” or “Net Profits”. Employers are required to withhold the Local Earned Income Tax from all employees based on their resident rate or work location rate, whichever is higher. FORMS File & Pay Employer HAB ID Lookup Register An Employer FAQs Delinquent Taxes edoc1@goberk.com  Respond to a Notice  If you have additional/specific questions that are not addressed above, please click on the link to send an inquiry to our customer care department. Looking for Individual […]
- [PPT Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.hab-inc.com/ppt-faq/): PPT Frequently Asked Questions You can file your Payroll Preparation Tax and for Flat Rate Tax Without a License Filing online.  Click here. What is the Payroll Preparation Tax? Communities that have been classified as financially distressed have the option to eliminate the Business Privilege Tax and enact the Payroll Preparation Tax. This is a tax levied on an employer’s total payroll amounts, a self-employed individual’s earnings, and/or rental income generated as a result of conducting business activity within the municipality. What areas have enacted this tax? The PPT tax has been in effect for the cities of Hazleton and Scranton […]
- [Employer Registration for Business Privilege Tax, Mercanitle Tax, Amusement Tax, Mechanical Device Tax, Payroll Preparation Tax](https://www.hab-inc.com/employer-registration-business-privilege-mercantile/): Registration For Business Privilege Tax, Mercantile Tax, Amusement Tax, Mechanical Device Tax, Payroll Preparation Tax If you operate a business in a municipality and /or school district in which a BPT, MCT, PPT, AMT and MDT has been levied, please provide the information below. A form will be sent to you. Business Information
- [Payroll Preparation Tax Forms](https://www.hab-inc.com/pptforms/): Payroll Preparation Tax Forms City of Hazleton Forms City of Hazleton Payroll Preparation Tax FORM City of Scranton Forms City of Scranton Payroll Preparation Tax FORM City of Scranton Claim for Exemption FORM e-File Payroll Preparation TAX File Online Register an Account
- [BPT, MCT Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.hab-inc.com/business-privilege-tax/): BPT, MCT Frequently Asked Questions What is the Business Privilege and/or Mercantile Tax? The Business Privilege and/or Mercantile Tax has been levied by the Municipality and/or School District in which a business is located and is based on the gross receipts of such a business. What is a ‘Business’? Carrying on or exercising for gain or profit, in the Taxing District, any trade, business, profession, vocation or commercial activity, or making sales in the Taxing District; a profession or vocation or any rendering of personal services in the Taxing District in any capacity, except as an employee of another, is […]
- [Registration For Business Privilege Tax, Mercantile Tax, Amusement Tax, Mechanical Device Tax, Payroll Preparation Tax](https://www.hab-inc.com/registration-for-business-privilege-tax-mercantile-tax-amusement-tax-mechanical-device-tax-payroll-preparation-tax/): Registration For Business Privilege Tax, Mercantile Tax, Amusement Tax, Mechanical Device Tax, Payroll Preparation Tax If you operate a business in a municipality and/or school district in which a Business Privilege, Mercantile Tax and / or Payroll Preparation Tax has been levied on gross receipts, you are required to answer the following questions in order to comply with Act 511 of the Pennsylvania State Legislature (and the law in your local taxing district). All information will be held in strict confidence. Note: By completing and submitting this form, we will add an account to our file for your business, however, […]
- [Business Privilege Tax Forms](https://www.hab-inc.com/business-privilege-tax-forms/): Tax Forms for Business Privilege, Mercantile, Amusement and Mechanical Device Taxes Business Privilege and / or Mercantile Tax Return File Online Flat Tax without License   Fill, Print, Mail  Download Business Privilege and / or Mercantile Tax License Download Registration For Business Privilege / Mercantile Tax, Amusement Tax & Mechanical Device Tax Online Delinquent Taxes Delinquent Taxes
- [File a Return - Payroll Preparation, Business Privilege and Mercantile Taxes](https://www.hab-inc.com/bpt-ppt/): File a Return – Payroll Preparation, Business Privilege, Mercantile Taxes Business Privilege Tax to Business Privilege Tax (BPT) and Mercantile Tax (MCT) Business Privilege and/or Mercantile Tax has been levied by the Municipality and/or School District in which a business is located and is based on the gross receipts of such a business. BPT FORMS BPT FAQs Register Business File a Flat Rate Tax Without a License Payroll Preparation Tax (PPT) Communities that have been classified as financially distressed have the option to eliminate the Business Privilege Tax and enact the Payroll Preparation Tax. This is a tax levied on […]
- [Part Year Resident Response](https://www.hab-inc.com/response-py/): Part Year Resident Response If you received a letter from our office stating that your final earned income tax return indicated a change of jurisdiction and/or an address change, please provide information below in order to reconcile your account. If additional information is needed, we will contact you. Your Information
- [Part Year Resident Earned Income Tax Worksheet](https://www.hab-inc.com/part-year-resident-eit-worksheet/): Part Year Resident Earned Income Tax Worksheet Have you moved during the tax year? Berkheimer has created a Part Year Resident Earned Income Tax Worksheet to assist you in determining how much of your earnings and tax should be allocated to each of the addresses where you lived during the tax year.  This worksheet will create prorated Annual Local Earned Income Tax filing documents that you can use for your filing.   While this online worksheet is not directly linked to our e-File application, it will create PDF images that can be uploaded as a filing or printed and mailed.  Anyone […]
- [EIT Forms for Individuals](https://www.hab-inc.com/eit-forms-individuals/): EIT Forms for Individuals Taxpayer Annual Local Earned Income Tax Return (F-1) Online Fill, Print, Mail Download Translated (Spanish) Part Year Resident EIT Worksheet Use this form if you have moved during the tax year to allocate earnings/tax to each residence. Find Your PSD If you are printing a form to mail, you will need to know your Political Subdivision Code (PSD)  Individual File Maintenance Form – Enter information to update your file with Berkheimer Online Quarterly Estimated (DQ-1) Online Fill, Print, Mail Download Residency Certification Form Fill, Print, Mail Download
- [Earned Income Tax - Individuals](https://www.hab-inc.com/eit-individuals/): Earned Income Tax – Individuals Earned Income is defined as payments received for services rendered for cash or other consideration.  It is generally referred to as “Wages” or “Net Profits”. The total Earned Income reported on your State Return is generally the same amount reported on your Local Return. FORMS File Annual Return Quarterly Payments Pay My Bill FAQs Respond to Notice List of PSD Codes Confirm Payments Delinquent Taxes Easy No Income Filing Part Year Resident Find Your PSD Code Search for your PSD code by address. Your PSD code helps identify local tax withholding rate. Tax Appeal If […]
- [Unclaimed Property Form](https://www.hab-inc.com/unclaimed-property-form/): Unclaimed Property Form Important! If you did not receive a letter from us regarding unclaimed property, your response will not be recorded. Please complete the required fields using the information in your letter. This form will record your response. Please do not return the paper form. No responses to the letter will be accepted after March 31, 2025. Letter Information
- [Local Services Tax Balance Due Notice Payments](https://www.hab-inc.com/local-services-tax-balance-due-notice-payments/): Local Services Tax Balance Due Notice Payments (HAB-LST) You Are Leaving Berkheimer’s Website. You will be directed to a third party website – ACI Payments, Inc Pay Online ACH Payments: Request your payment to be debited from your checking or savings account. This service is free of charge. Credit Card: For credit card payments there is a 2.5% processing fee charged by ACI Payments, Inc for each transaction. There is a minimum fee of $1.00.
- [Per Capita Tax, Occupation Tax, Real Estate Tax & Utility Bill Payments](https://www.hab-inc.com/paymisc/): Per Capita Tax, Occupation Tax, Real Estate Tax & Utility Bill Payments (HAB-MISC) If you received a Per Capita Tax Bill, Occupation Tax Bill, Real Estate Tax Bill / Letter and / or Utility Bill and want to make an online payment, please note you must enter the 6 digits before the dash, the dash and the 7 digits after the dash.  If your bill does not have this, please add leading zeros.  Example:  If the account # reads 12345-12345, on the online payment screen you would need to enter 012345-0012345. How to Video You Are Leaving Berkheimer’s Website. You […]
- [HAB-DLT Payment Plan Request](https://www.hab-inc.com/hab-dlt-payment-plan-request/): HAB-DLT Payment Plan Request Payment plans are subject to approval by Berkheimer. If the request is approved, coupons will be mailed to the below address within 7-10 business days. If the request is not approved, someone will contact you with an explanation. Please note there is an additional payment plan fee of $5.00 per payment. Penalty and interest will continue to accrue, if applicable, until the tax portion is paid in full. Payment plans cannot be requested on current Real Estate Tax accounts. Payment Plan Information
- [Delinquent Notice Payments](https://www.hab-inc.com/paydlt/): Delinquent Notice Payments (HAB-DLT) You Are Leaving Berkheimer’s Website. You will be directed to a third party website – ACI Payments, Inc Pay Online ACH Payments: Request your payment to be debited from your checking or savings account. This service is free of charge. Credit Card: For credit card payments there is a 2.5% processing fee charged by ACI Payments, Inc for each transaction. There is a minimum fee of $1.00.
- [Contact Customer Care Form - Business](https://www.hab-inc.com/contact-customer-care-form-business/): Contact Customer Care Form – Business Did you know that most of your questions may be answered in our Frequently Asked Questions page? Check out our FAQs! Contact Information
- [Contact Customer Care Form - Individual](https://www.hab-inc.com/contact-customer-care-form-individual/): Contact Customer Care Form – Individual Did you know that most of your questions may be answered in our Frequently Asked Questions page? Check out our FAQs! Contact Information
- [Mailing List](https://www.hab-inc.com/mailings/): Mailing List Important Information Pay online, pay using our BerkApp mobile app or pay by mail. Check your account balance online using our Balance Inquiry site. Jump to Real Estate Tax Jump to Utility Bills Per Capita Tax / Occupation Tax Please be advised that Per Capita Tax / Occupation Tax bills are being mailed for the below jurisdictions. If you do not receive your bill within three weeks of the Mail Date, please contact us. Jurisdiction Mail Date Adams Twp (Butler County) 3/3/2025 Albion Boro (Erie County) 3/3/2025 Aliquippa SD (Beaver County) 7/1/2025 Allentown SD (Allentown City / Lehigh County) 7/1/2025 Ambridge ASD (Harmony Twp / Beaver […]
- [Earned Income Tax Balance Due Notice Payments](https://www.hab-inc.com/earned-income-tax-balance-due-notice-payments-hab/): Earned Income Tax Balance Due Notice Payments (HAB) You Are Leaving Berkheimer’s Website. You will be directed to a third party website – ACI Payments, Inc Pay Online ACH Payments: Request your payment to be debited from your checking or savings account. This service is free of charge. Credit Card: For credit card payments there is a 2.5% processing fee charged by ACI Payments, Inc for each transaction. There is a minimum fee of $1.00.
- [Tax Links](https://www.hab-inc.com/tax-links/): Tax Links Berkheimer Innovations does not control or manage the websites you are linking to; nor does it endorse the products or services available on these websites. Furthermore, these websites are not governed by the privacy or security policies of Berkheimer Innovations. PSD Codes Taxation Manual of the Commonwealth of PA Tax Rates & Collector Withholding Tax Rates Consumer Alerts DCED: Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development Homestead / Farmstead Exclusion IRS: Internal Revenue Service Jurisdiction – What PSD Code is the address in? Local Services Tax Information Online Privacy & Security Pennsylvania Personal Income Tax Guide (PIT)
- [Wage Garnishment Payments](https://www.hab-inc.com/paywage/): Wage Garnishment Payments (HAB-DLT) You Are Leaving Berkheimer’s Website. You will be directed to a third party website – ACI Payments, Inc Pay Online ACH Payments: Request your payment to be debited from your checking or savings account. This service is free of charge. Credit Card: For credit card payments there is a 2.5% processing fee charged by ACI Payments, Inc for each transaction. There is a minimum fee of $1.00.
- [Real Estate FAQ](https://www.hab-inc.com/real-estate-faq/): Real Estate Tax FAQ Need to check your balance? Click here. Who needs to pay the Real Estate Tax? Real Estate taxes are paid by those who own property where the tax has been assessed. How many annual Real Estate billings can you receive? Real Estate taxes are collected by the County, Township/Borough and the School District that the property is located in. Generally, this could be up to 3 different tax bills for each tax year. When does my bill get mailed? County and Township bills are generally mailed out in February / March and cover January 1 to December […]
- [Real Estate Tax](https://www.hab-inc.com/ret/): Real Estate Tax Real Estate Tax is tax paid by those who own property where the tax has been assessed. Real Estate Taxes are collected by the County, Township/Borough, and the School District that the property is located in. Generally, this could be up to 3 different tax bills for each tax year. FAQ Check My Balance Pay My Bill Request a Duplicate Bill Receipt Request MyBerk Portal Mailings List For Title Companies Online Certification If you have additional/specific questions that are not addressed above, please click on the link to send an inquiry to our customer care department.
- [State Wage Comparison](https://www.hab-inc.com/statelist/): State Wage Comparison Frequently Asked QuestionsI have received a letter stating that what was reported on my Pennsylvania State Tax Return differs from what I reported to Berkheimer. Why did the state provide this information to my tax collector? Why should my state and local earnings match? What do I do now? Reply Online Pay Online by Bank Account / ACH Free Pay Online by Credit Card There is a 2.5% processing fee ($1.00 minimum) charged by ACI Payments Inc. Request a Payment Plan Check My Balance Why did I receive this letter? You received this letter because we identified […]
- [Pay my bill](https://www.hab-inc.com/electronic-services/online-payments/): Pay My Bill Make fast, easy & secure online payments Delinquent Tax Notice Payments (HAB-DLT) If you have received a Delinquent Tax Notice asking you to remit payment to HAB-DLT, PAY HERE. Request a payment plan Wage Garnishment Payments (HAB-DLT) If you are an employer who received a wage garnishment for one of your employees PAY HERE. Per Capita Tax, Occupation Tax, Real Estate Tax & Utility Bill Payments (HAB-MISC) If you have received a Per Capita Tax Bill, Occupation Tax Bill, Real Estate Tax Bill and / or Utility Bill asking you to remit payment to HAB-MISC, PAY HERE. […]
- [Learn more about your tax](https://www.hab-inc.com/learn-more-about-your-tax/): Understand Your Taxes, Simplify Your Life Discover clear, concise information on Pennsylvania local taxes and your responsibilities. Learn More About Your Tax Obligations Everything You Need to Know About Local Taxes in Pennsylvania. Earned Income Tax Understand the tax on wages, salaries, and other earned income. Learn about your obligations and how to stay compliant. Learn more Local Services Tax A small tax with a big purpose—supporting essential local services where you live and work. Learn more Per Capita and Occupation Taxes A flat-rate tax based on residency, funding community programs and services. Learn more Real Estate Tax Taxes are […]
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