NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — New Hanover County has begun mailing 2026 property tax bills, with property owners expected to receive them by mid-August. Property taxes are due Sept. 1 and can be paid without interest through Jan. 5, 2027. Property owners whose taxes are paid through a mortgage escrow account will receive a courtesy notice and are encouraged to confirm payment with their mortgage company. The county tax rate for fiscal year 202…