Brick Residents Warned of Property Tax Scam: What You Need to Know
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October 22, 2026Brick Residents Warned of Property Tax Scam: What You Need to Know
Brick Residents Warned of Property Tax Scam: What You Need to Know
BRICK, NJ — Brick Township officials are warning residents about a phone scam in which callers falsely claim to represent the township's Tax Collector's Office and demand immediate payment for allegedly overdue property taxes.
The warning was issued after residents reported receiving calls from individuals claiming they owed property taxes and needed to pay over the phone, according to a report published by Patch on October 21.
Township officials emphasized that Brick Township will never call residents to demand immediate property tax payments and does not accept property tax payments by phone.
How the Scam Works
Scammers may use convincing language or caller ID technology to make their calls appear legitimate. They may pressure residents to pay immediately, hoping to prevent them from verifying whether the claim is real.
Officials are urging residents to be cautious of unsolicited calls requesting money or personal information.
How to Protect Yourself
Brick residents are encouraged to follow these precautions:
Hang up immediately if a caller demands urgent payment for property taxes.
Never share sensitive information, including Social Security numbers, bank account details or credit card numbers, with unsolicited callers.
Verify the claim directly by contacting the township's Tax Collector's Office using contact information listed on the official township website.
Do not follow suspicious payment instructions. Be especially wary of requests for gift cards, cryptocurrency or wire transfers.
Do not rely on caller ID alone, as scammers can manipulate the number displayed on your phone.
What to Do If You've Been Targeted
Anyone who receives a suspicious call should hang up and contact the township directly to verify the information.
Residents who have already shared financial information or sent money should contact their bank or credit card company immediately and report the incident to local police.
Officials also encourage residents to share the warning with friends, family members and neighbors, particularly older residents who may be targeted.
For additional information about recognizing and reporting tax-related scams, residents can visit the New Jersey Division of Taxation's official scam alert page.
