Property Taxes

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How Do I Appeal a Property Tax Assessment
4 April, 2014| General, Education, Property Taxes
How Do I Appeal a Property Tax Assessment QUESTION: I just received my property tax bill in the mail and it shows a new assessed value for my property, so my taxes are higher. What does... read more
Tax Assessments
2 April, 2014| Home Appraisals, Home Values & Recent Sales, Prope...
HOMEOWNERS: It's time to fight your taxes! Every year, about this time, your County Appraisal District will mail out the newly assessed taxable values of your house. You want these values to be as low... read more
9 Easy Mistakes Homeowners Make on Their Taxes - H...
27 March, 2014| General, Property Taxes, Mortgage & Finance
It almost that time. Better get them taxes together if you haven't yet. Here are some tips that may help.As you calculate your tax returns, consider each home tax deduction and credit you are — and ar... read more
4 COSTS TO REMEMBER FOR HOME BUYERS
17 March, 2014| Home Buying, Education, Property Taxes
Property Taxes - As a homeowner, you are responsible for paying annual taxes on the property you own. Often, these taxes are bundled into your monthly mortgage payment and held in an escrow a... read more
HCAD: higher tax bills the result of hot housing m...
13 March, 2014| Housing Market, General, Property Taxes
In hopes of curbing sticker shock, the Harris County Appraisal District has a reminder for property owners this year: The Houston-area housing market is really hot right now. This January, a few mont... read more
The Far-Reaching Benefits of the Energy Property T...
10 March, 2014| Home Improvements & Repair, General, Property Taxe...
The energy property tax credit does more than just lower what you owe on your taxes. It a... read more
Tips on Taxes
5 March, 2014| Property Taxes
                                                      &nb... read more
Tax deduction for vacation rental homes
1 March, 2014| Mortgage & Finance, General, Property Taxes
Tax Deductions for Vacation HomesTax deductions for vacation homes vary greatly depending on how much you use the home and whether you rent it out.Is your vacation home a vacation home?If you bought y... read more
9 Easy Mistake Homeowners make on their taxes
21 February, 2014| Property Taxes
As you calculate your tax returns, consider each home tax deduction and credit you are — and are not — entitled to. Running afoul of any of these 9 As you calculate your tax returns, cons... read more
The Top 10 Real Estate Tax Deductions for 2013
17 February, 2014| Home Buying, General, Property Taxes
The Top 10 Real Estate Tax Deductions for 2013 As the time to file income taxes approaches, it’s time to take a new look at the changing tax landscape for homeowners. The dynamic atmosphere... read more
9 Easy Mistakes Homeowners Make on Their Taxes
14 February, 2014| Home Values & Recent Sales, General, Property Taxe...
Watch out for the common tax-filing errors, and you'll get a maximum return without raising any red flags with the IRS. Im... read more
Should You Protest Your Property Taxes This Year?
13 February, 2014| Home Values & Recent Sales, Property Taxes, Housto...
Now that 2014 is underway, you may be thinking whether you should protest your property taxes. Property owners in Harris County will soon receive a notice of the value that the Harris County Appraisa... read more
Have Questions About Your Taxes?
28 January, 2014| General, Education, Property Taxes
These days few things start a fight on Capitol Hill faster than taxes. Despite the fact that three important tax benefits used by millions of American homeowners are days from expiring, Congres... read more
What are the Tax Implications of Selling a House
23 December, 2013| General, Home Selling, Property Taxes
What Are The Tax Implications Of Selling A House Selling your home can be an exciting and challenging experience, particularly if you’re attempting to simultaneous settle on one house and purcha... read more
Tax Credits for Non-Solar Water Heaters
14 November, 2013| Green Living, Home Improvements & Repair, Property...
 Don’t get in hot water over fuel bills. If you installed an efficient water heater in 2012 or will in 2013, you might be eligible for a tax credit.Doing the dishes, taking a shower, or cleaning... read more
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