Property Taxes

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What Is a Property Tax?
Property tax is a real estate ad-valorem tax, considered a regressive tax, calculated by a local government, which is paid by the owner of the property. The tax is usually based on the value of the owned property, including land. The local governing body will use the assessed tax to fund water and sewer improvements, provide law enforcement and fire service and other items deemed necessary.


 Breaking Down Property Tax
Collected property taxes are used by the governing body of the jurisdiction in which the property is located. The money funds education, road and highway construction, public servants, and other services that benefit the community-at-large. Property tax rates and the types of properties taxed vary by jurisdiction. As such, when purchasing a property, it is essential to scrutinize the applicable tax laws.
  • Property owners pay property tax calculated by the government. 
  • Property tax is based on the value of the property.
  • Improvements in water and sewer use the assessed taxes.

Property taxes are collected in two equal installments. The first installment, representing July 1st through December 31st is due on November 1st and delinquent on December 10th. The second installment, representing January 1st through June 30th, is due on March 1st and delinquent on April 10th.

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