Every year in Fulton County, property tax bills get sent out, and every year, homeowners are faced with huge bills that can have a serious impact on their budget. Whether you were prepared for the bill or not, everyone likes to save money. And the fact is that your tax bill could very well be too high. So many homeowners go through the appeals process, in an attempt to keep their bills fair and easier to afford.

If you have just received your Gwinnet County property tax bill, you may be wondering how exactly your property tax bill was calculated. What makes the assessor’s office think that your home is worth what they say? What if your neighbor’s nearly identical home is valued at much less, and their property tax bill is lower? There are a lot of questions that come when you get this bill, and they all boil down to: How does the assessor determine the value of your home?

When you want to appeal your property tax bill, the first thing you’ll need to do is send an official appeal letter to the Fulton County tax assessor. Because of the way that homes are valued by the assessor, property taxes fluctuate almost every year. The market, the local crime rate, the growth of your city, and so many other factors can make your home’s value more or less each year. And many homes throughout Georgia are over-assessed, meaning that you are paying far more than you should be for your property tax.

Did you get hit with a big tax bill this year that you weren’t expecting? If so, you are not alone. Changes in the tax laws and the housing market have had homeowners’ tax bills going up and down all over the place lately. The Gwinnett County tax assessor has to take all of these things and more into consideration when determining your bill. Let’s take a look at what things can cause tax bills to go up, and what you can do about it.

Whether you have a home in the Sunshine State, or you own a commercial property in Florida, property tax can be a big expense. Whether you want to appeal your tax bill or not, you should be aware that there are many exemptions available to property owners in this state. If you aren’t taking advantage of these, you could be paying hundreds, thousands, or even millions of dollars too much on your property tax bill. Here are some of the most common property tax exemptions you may be able to take advantage of:

When you get a bill from the Cobb County tax assessor office, that means that it’s time to start forking over large sums of money to continue doing business in the county. It’s not a fun time for anyone, but it can be even more hectic for a business that is behind on filing their returns. In fact, though, filing returns is just one step in a detailed process that governs the entire personal property tax cycle. Here’s what business owners in Cobb County need to know about this process, and why following it can help you save money.

Have you gotten your property tax bill from GA tax assessors? Are you dreading the day it does come? For many home owners, property tax is a mystery. You know that it’s a hefty bill that shows up every year, based on a number that you didn’t have any say in, and you know that it can eat away at your savings. Whether you pay this cost monthly as part of your mortgage, or you pay it all at once when the bill arrives, it’s something that homeowners should take a closer look at. There is a way to save money on this bill, even if the GA tax assessors’ office you speak to says the number is final. Let’s dive into three things you should know about this bill.