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Florida House Speaker, Marco Rubio, has endorsed Cut Property Taxes Now a grassroots petition to do something serious about reducing property taxes. Since Governor Crist and Senate President Ken Pruitt do not have the will nor the guts to do anything significant on property taxes, this grassroots effort might be a … (2 comments)
The REALTOR community within Florida is over 135k strong. There is a citizen initiative to pass meaningful property tax reform. The meausure needs 611k signatures from Florida citizens to get this issue on the November 2008 ballot. If every REALTOR obtain 5 signatures including their own we alone could get this … (0 comments)
Two recent national studies report more good news for Manhattan. A national salary survery from the bureau of labor statistics just released and a national property tax study from The Tax Foundation, a nonpartisan research report were reported by Rueters in The NY Post. 
We have waited long enough for those who could have acted to ameliorate the property tax crisis at hand. It is only through a resolutely determined statewide citizen's initiative that we will succeed in passing this much needed property tax reform.Jose H. Valladares, MD, President, Fair Property Tax for All, IncDOWNLOAD … (2 comments)
If you are thinking of moving to Florida and having your permanent residence here you may be eligible for the Florida Homestead $25,000 property tax exemption.
Community Development Districts (CDD) have become common place in Tampa Florida. People moving from out of the area have little understanding of what the benefits of a CDD are. Here is a simple explanation and a few benefits of the CDD.
The pressure is on developers to offer a number of … (1 comments)
There are a total of 118 Single Family homes currently listed for sale on the MLS in Lino Lakes, Minnesota (as of November 12th, 2007). The city is located in the southeastern part of Anoka County. Lino Lakes has a wide range of neighborhoods - some with a very rural feel and others … (0 comments)
If Florida voters approve the tax cut amendment on the ballot of January 29th next year, politicians are suggesting that the State's housing market will receive a major boost.
The Houston City Council voted to reduce Houstonians property taxes by one-eighth a cent on November 7th. This does not seem like a huge amount and will only save property owners $1.25 per $100,000 of accessed values of homes. On the upside, Harris County cut taxes as well by one cent. … (0 comments)
Recently published on our blog, Residential Homestead Property Tax Simulator for Florida. A hot issue in Florida now are the proposed changes in property taxes. Find out more about the proposed changes and use the tax simulator to see how the changes will effect you. … (0 comments)
- now it's up to the Voters who will cast their votes on January 29th, 2008.
Is your home worth less than what you paid for it? In this down market, there are many homeowners upside down in their mortgages or they lost all of their equity. 
Homestead exemption is a tax relief for Georgia residents that own and occupy their primary resident. If you are going to live in the property you are purchasing file an application with the Tax Commissioners Office. Applications for Toombs County and Montgomery counties must be filed from January 1 through March … (0 comments)
I was recently doing some research on a few properties outside of my MLS area and I found a great website that I want to share with you guys in AR http://www.txcountydata.com/links.asp They have the largest on-line property record database and it is a very usefully tool if you are trying to … (0 comments)
Hello everyone, Well my move has gone well and I've met some wonderful people. Aside from my allergies, which by the way I have never had until I moved here, I love living here. It truly is paradise. Everyone who comes to vist loves it and would love to move here. … (0 comments)
It’s bad enough that a Judge in Tallahassee is so far removed from the Florida voters that he thinks at best they are confused. Now, the State Legislature and Governor are about to add insult to injury by proposing a property tax reform amendment written to help those who are … (1 comments)
This evening we attended a meeting at the Port Charlotte Cultural Center presented by the Port Charlotte-Punta Gorda-North Port Board of Realtors concerning property tax reform. It was something that I would have thought would bring out a full house - unfortunately, of the over 1500 local board members, approximately 100 … (3 comments)
If you own Lake Martin waterfront property that is in Elmore County, chances are that your assessment (and therefore property taxes) went up this year. I have heard lots of anguish from taxpayers that were shocked by their increase this year. I don't know that those in Elmore County are any worse … (0 comments)
The Tristate Area Is Unique....In general, the buyer needs to remember that over the long haul, demand will exceed supply and prices will rise. Barring a modern day bubonic plague where a third of the population dies or a total collapse of the American economic system, there is little that can … (1 comments)
I found this blog post so valuable and informative that I wanted to share it again for everyone. Thank you, Vickie!!!!
We got the letters in the mail several weeks ago announcing a reassessment of all residential and commercial property in the city of Rochester during the next four months. There was a neighborhood meeting last night with good information about the assessment process.The city announced that on average, property assessments will … (0 comments)
I just left a meeting that John Sebree, a FAR representative, talked about the new tax reform. It is enlightenment! There may be a light at the end of the tunnel yet. You can view his speech at www.floridarealtors.org"tax reform". It is no news to us that the real estate market is … (0 comments)
If you are in the market to buy a home and have found a property you are interested in purchasing, here are 5 Property Tax Questions You Need to Ask:
A few days ago I blogged the request for help that is shown below. To date I have not received any responses. What am I doing wrong. With all the AR members in Lake county, I hoped I would receive great suggestions. Perhaps I did not send it to the best audience. Whatever the reason, … (0 comments)
Here is a great article about the results of the Atlanta Beltline. The article illustrates the different sides of development, and the questions it raises. Many poor people will start getting tax liens on their houses, and learning hard lessons about tax sales and redemption. Steps need to be taken.
The media in today's world seems to take things and not only dwell on them, but take them out of proportion, create "talking points", and will use nearly anything to create drama and viewers. Without question 2007 has not been as successful nationwide as the preceding years of this century. However, … (1 comments)
What will be the amount of the annual property tax? - is among the first questions frequently asked by many potential property Buyers.
Property values are bouncing around nationwide and many homeowners like you are getting stuck with increased property tax bills. But there are ways you can protect yourself if you think you've been overcharged. Establishing your home's true market value and proving that the value of the property is less than the … (2 comments)
Inaccurate property tax information could cost you not only extra moneyup front in the prorated taxes portion of your "bring to the closing table" fees but could also result in a higher than planned mortage payment. Home buyers, When you are looking at a listinginformation sheet provided by your agent pleasekeep in mind that the tax … (13 comments)
Home of Miami-Palmetto Senior High School, ranked in the top 100 public schools in the country by Newsweek Magazine, the Village of Pinecrest has long recognized how important the quality of the public schools are in bringing people to live here. Since the Village incorporated in 1996, they have given $10,000 … (0 comments)
The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors approved the lowest overall county-controlled property tax rate in the last 28 years. The county controlled property tax rate impacts about 15% of the individual's tax bill. The action was taken in recognition of the sharp increase in property values experienced during the past several … (2 comments)
Well if there is any silver lining in the current home market it is that falling home prices should lead to lower property taxes right? We'll see. It is pretty unlikely that the counties are going to be quick to spend the money to re-value anyone's home only to find out … (0 comments)
Many of residents in Florida are aware that in January 2008 we will have the opportunity to vote on a constitutional amendment that will do away with the Save Our Homes tax program and the current Homestead Exemption, and replace them with a Super Homestead Exemption. Save Our Homes now … (7 comments)
The Arlington County Board is continuing its Grant Programs for another year- saving certain property owners some money on their annual property taxes. There are two different programs and you may qualify for either one but not both.
This letter was sent to me from Carl Domino. It includes his comments in the e-mail followed by the body of the letter he sent to Rep. Rubio. I post for your information only. Any thoughts are appreciated.
The Hillsborough County Property Appraiser site now has a calculator for the proposed "Super Exemption"to be on the ballot during January presidential primary. It gives a dramatic graph of the reductions in taxable values. However, there is (in this writer's opinion) a built-in bias to keep the status quo. The default … (0 comments)
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Located in the center of lush, green, rolling hillsides lies the beautiful town of Douglassville, PA. This is where over 4 years ago my family decided to reside. Great schools, (Daniel Boone School District), clean air, somewhat rural, yet convenient to shopping, recreation, worship, and transportation. We have never regretted our decision … (7 comments)
No...it's now a Wal Mart special....it's actually true....residents of Fernandina Beach will be able to "get a break" from our ever increasing property taxes. See article: www.fbnewsleader.com July 27, 2007 ("City Sets Rollback..." & "County Residents To Save On Taxes" ) "The value of local property has increased this year, so … (0 comments)
When it comes to investing in real estate there are many avenues to explore when identifying a property, financing structure or hold and exit strategies. One option for many investors who have limited cash reserves or who desire a limited risk strategy could be county tax sales. 
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Well, it's been a while since I posted. We've had a busy summer with a grandaughter graduation and visiting kids and grandkids from New York. Also, I've made major additions to our flower garden and landscaping. Grandaughter Sarah graduated 8th in her class at Blackford High School and won a number … (0 comments)
As many are aware, the Florida Legislature is overhauling the property tax system in an attempt to give much needed tax relief to its citizens. As realtors taxes, and tax relief is a welcome sign that government is responding to the needs of the market.
The Tax Relief Plan was passed by the Florida Legislature last week. I am going to continue to post my thoughts on the issue, right up until Floridians vote on January 29, 2008.
Many buyers ask me about how properties taxesdiffer in various counties and cities around the metro Atlanta area. There is a big difference between some counties. The difference between taxes in Fulton county vs. neighboring Forsyth county is very significant. Sometimes there's a big difference depending on whether or not you reside … (0 comments)
There is an important post that all of you from Northwest Indiana should read. Real Estate property taxes in the State of Indiana are crazy and look to get a little crazier yet, this is a post worth reading and commenting to the author if you need some specifics:Northwest Indiana Assessment … (2 comments)
Property Tax Relief Agreement Reached The House and Senate have come to an agreement to lower property tax by $31.6 billion over the next five years. Immediate (this year) tax relief in the amount of $15.6 billion (Statutory Changes) All cities and counties must cut taxes for the 2007-2008 fiscal year back to … (0 comments)
Having already written my post on Budgeting, at Budgeting Made Easy! Part 1, I rethought the title. I realized that budgeting really isn't that easy. But with property estimating and planning, it can be! That is the purpose of this post.
Yesterday I noticed something. Two properties that I had listed had both sold three years earlier. When I was doing my research for the listing presentations, I noticed that the property taxes on each had gone up over 40% in that three year period. One of the properties was paying a … (2 comments)
DuPage County Treasurer Gwen Henry announced Tuesday that her office collected almost $1 Billion in property taxes from homeowners this year. But not from active duty servicemen.