The Impact of Property Taxes on Your Home’s Value
When it comes to owning a home, there are a lot of associated costs that come along with the territory. In addition to your mortgage, you have things like insurance, utilities, and property taxes. While they may not be the most fun thing to pay, they are an important part of owning a home. Property…
How to Challenge Your Property Tax Bill
Have you ever looked at your property tax bill and thought, “There’s no way my house is worth that much!” If so, you’re not alone. Many people believe their property taxes are too high, and as a result, they never challenge their bill. But did you know that you have the right to appeal your…
Saving Money on Your Home: 5 Tips for Lowering Your Property Taxes
A major expense for homeowners is the amount of their property taxes within their mortgage loan. This is a common concern, especially when trying to make mortgage payments each month. Luckily there are ways to lower your taxes and save money each year. Let’s take a look at five tips for reducing your property taxes,…
Understanding Your Property Tax Assessment and How to Appeal it
Property taxes are one of the largest expenses for many businesses. Due to this, it’s important to understand how property tax assessments work and how to appeal them if and when necessary. Property tax assessment is an estimate of the value of your property by a government agency for the purpose of taxation. To determine…
4 Signs You Need To Hire A Property Tax Consultant
Tax season is right around the corner, and unfortunately, some people will be in for a nasty surprise when they get their property tax bills. If you’re unsure about your property taxes, you might consider hiring a property tax consultant. Here are four signs that hiring a property tax consultant is a good idea for…
5 Things To Look For In A Property Tax Consultant
When it comes to your property tax consultant, the quality of their services will make all the difference. But how do you know what makes a good consultant? This is where our blog post comes in. We’ve identified five key qualities that distinguish great consultants from mediocre ones. Let’s dive in! Things To Look For…
What Are Commercial Property Tax Protests?
If you’ve ever been hit with an unexpected amount of commercial property tax, you’re not alone. Many property owners go through this every year. If your commercial property taxes seem unfairly high, it’s time to protest them and ensure your property value has been assessed correctly. In this article, we will look at commercial property…
How Are Commercial Properties Taxed?
Property taxes can have a significant impact on the profitability of a commercial building. Landlords and investors must understand – and plan for – these costs if they want to maximize their net operating income (NOI). The Internal Revenue Code provides a wide range of deductions and credits that can help reduce your overall tax…
Who Governs A Local County Appraisal District?
Texas is one of the fastest growing states in America, with many new residents moving in each year looking for jobs, opportunities, and warmer weather. If you’re considering moving to a state where everything is bigger (and better), then it’s vital to understand how property is taxed here. Ad valorem taxes are taxes whose amounts…
Which Local Taxing Units May Tax My Property In Texas?
As a property owner in Texas, you are subject to ad valorem property taxes. This means that the value of your property is assessed annually by local taxing units (such as counties and cities), and you pay taxes on that assessed value. This article explains which local taxing units can tax your property and how…