Paying Property Taxes
Need Help with Your Texas Property Taxes, Start Here
As inflation has continued to rise, property taxes are at an all time high in Texas with a nearly 20% increase in some Counties. Property taxes are confusing and how to handle the challenges that come with navigating new laws and maintaining payments can pose a struggle. If you need help with your Texas Property…
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What Taxes in 2025 Might Look Like
In the last several years the country as a whole has gone through a lot: political changes, natural disasters, pandemics, inflation, and more. These outside factors affect many parts of our life, including property taxes. In Texas specifically, major urban areas like Austin, Dallas, and Houston have seen substantial property value increases due to population…
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Why Do Property Taxes Go Up?
Property taxes are an unavoidable part of owning a home and it would be wonderful if we had a set amount of taxes when we bought our home that never changed. It would certainly make budgeting much easier. Sadly, our property taxes in Texas go up almost every year. How much they go up varies…
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Understanding the Recent Property Tax Rate Increase in Harris County
Property taxes are a difficult but necessary part of being a homeowner. While property taxes are a costly expense, those taxes go into supporting and maintaining the infrastructure of local communities. When a county increases taxes, there are rules to follow and limits to the increases that can occur. However, like the situation we just…
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Are Property Tax Loans a Good Idea? Pros and Cons of Property Tax Loans
While property taxes are no one’s idea of a good time, if you don’t pay them, there are serious consequences. Once your taxes become delinquent and you’ve been hit with penalties, your tax bill can quickly escalate to a seemingly unmanageable amount. While there are many options to pay a delinquent property tax bill, property…
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Cómo detener la ejecución hipotecaria de impuestos sobre la propiedad
Los impuestos representan una carga significativa para las familias, especialmente con la inflación y el aumento de los costos en todo el país. Esa carga puede volverse abrumadora cuando se ha caído atrás y se enfrenta la posibilidad real de una ejecución hipotecaria de impuestos sobre la propiedad. Afortunadamente, hay una multitud de formas de…
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I Inherited Delinquent Property Taxes — What Do I Do?
Property taxes can be confusing to anyone, but if you’ve inherited a home that has preexisting delinquent property taxes, the situation can be even more complicated. Who’s responsible for the taxes? What if you are a joint owner of the property? What if the new owner is a minor? Can you sell the home you’ve…
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Texas Property Tax Relief for Homeowners in 2024
Property taxes are often a struggle for homeowners to pay in full, all at once and unfortunately more than a hundred thousand Texans find themselves delinquent on their property taxes each year. Fortunately, Texas residents can breathe a sigh of relief. Texas policymakers spent 2024 working on an 18 billion-dollar tax cut package that assisted…
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Can You Avoid Paying Property Taxes? Here’s What Happens
Property taxes are just one of many tax forms used to provide revenue for local governments. Understanding property taxes can be complicated and many property owners might wonder if loopholes exist to avoid paying them entirely. Read on for insights on common misconceptions and what really happens if you try to sidestep your property taxes…
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An Overview of Tax Exemptions and Tax Relief in Texas
The process of buying or maintaining a home is littered with hidden costs, and property taxes are one of those unexpected costs that can be a significant burden on many homeowners. However, not everyone is required to pay their full property tax bill. Under some circumstances, you may qualify for tax assistance in the form…
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