I paid my 2018 property taxes in February 2019 (but before taxes became delinquent). Can I deduct that expense for 2018?

[denalnjames]

I failed to pay my 2018 property taxes until Feb. 2019 (but before "delinquent" deadlines.  Presumably I cannot take these taxes off until 2019?  What if I also pay 2019 taxes before 12/31/2019--Can I deduct taxes paid in Feb. 2019 and December 2019 for the same tax return?

[Critter · Accepted solution]

You can only deduct what you paid during the tax year...just watch out for the new SALT limitation on the Sch A.