Property Tax FAQs

If you are a homeowner, you may have some questions about the way our property is assessed. The assessed value of your home helps to determine how much tax you pay. All assessments should be accurate so that all taxpayers pay their fair share of the total property tax.
  1. How is property assessed?
  2. How often are property values adjusted?
  3. How can my property be assessed on improvements when I haven't made any?
  4. What makes property real or personal?
  5. How do I know what value the assessor has estimated for my property?
  6. What if I disagree with the value the assessor estimated for my property?
  7. How is my property tax determined?
  8. When will I get my property tax bill?
  9. How can my taxes go up if my property's taxable value does not increase?
  10. What is the average property tax rate?
  11. Are there limits on property tax increases?
  12. Why do I pay higher taxes than my neighbor?
  13. Is any tax relief available to homeowners?
  14. What is an occupancy tax?
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