Yes, that would work. The amount you can deduct is limited to the property tax, not late fees or penalties. Another solution would be to report the mortgage interest only on the 1098 screen and then enter the property taxes paid as a separate entry.
To enter property taxes separate from the 1098
Sign into your account, Take Me to My Return
Click Federal
Deductions & Credits
For the property taxes paid, Scroll Down to Property
(Real Estate) Taxes
