Property Tax News

Posted by Lorraine Ross on November 30, 2008

Following on from our recent posts on property tax, I’ve come across some great articles on the web that you may find useful..

 Various ways offered to pay property taxes | HeraldTribune.com …

Sarasota County is offering drive-thru payment sites Monday from 8:30 am to 5 pm for people wanting to pay their local property taxes at a 4 percent discount.Sunday, Nov. 30, is the last day to…   Read more…

Real Estate Guide: Appealing Property Taxes for Apartment Owners

Property taxes are one of the largest line item costs incurred by apartment owners. However, many owners do not appeal effectively. Even though owners realize that property taxes can be …   Read more…

Pay less property tax - Your money - Which? Advice

Which? guide to paying less property tax. Save money on property tax. How income from rental property is taxed; claiming tax-deductible expenses and allowances on your rent…   Read more…

Appealing Your 2008-2009 Property Taxes | Portland Real Estate Cafe

You can appeal your property taxes, if you feel the assessed value is incorrect. A comparative market analysis (CMA) from a licensed Realtor can help you determine the value of your Portland ho…   Read more…

Panel seeks property tax changes - Chicago Breaking News

Daley’s $6 billion budget proposal for 2009 calls for raising many taxes and fees, but the city will not increase the property tax, which was boosted a record amount a year ago. The…   Read more…

Using A Property Tax Attorney

Posted by Lorraine Ross on November 19, 2008

If you are concerned about any of the statements on your property tax bill, especially the property tax assessment value, you might want to consult with a property tax attorney. Although you can do the process yourself, you may feel overwhelmed by the legalities and find it necessary to have help. You can look in your local phone book under attorney’s ad then look for a lawyer that specializes in property tax issues. You may need to talk to a few attorneys before you find one that can help you with your case.

The property tax attorney can also help you if you owe delinquent property taxes. They can help you save your property from a property tax auction. Whether you need an attorney for fighting a high assessment value or for help establishing a payment plane to pay delinquent taxes, you should find one that specializes in these areas. A divorce lawyer or a estate lawyer may not be the best choice in this case. You need someone that understands the tax laws, and has dealt with property tax issues. This will benefit you more than you could understand. Someone that knows the tax laws is more qualified. Read the rest of this entry »