Navigating property taxes can seem complex, but understanding the fundamentals in Gwinnett County, Georgia is key for every homeowner. Let’s break it down:

Even if you're only passively paying attention to the real estate market, you're likely no doubt aware that property values are on the rise across the country. This is especially true in Gwinnett County, Georgia - but it's a development that has unfortunately contributed to increasing property taxes at the same time.

Every year in Gwinnett County, the Board of Assessors sends out a notice of assessment that outlines, among other things, the current value of your property. This number is very important, as it directly impacts the amount of money you can expect to pay in property taxes.

If you own a residential or commercial property in Cobb or Gwinnett County, or anywhere throughout the Metro Atlanta, GA area, you have or will get a tax assessment on that property. This will tell you the taxable value of your property that the county will use in determining the amount of taxes you owe.

As we all sit at home with the economy at a virtual stand-still it may seem like your taxable real estate value value shouldn't be rising. However, the effective date of appraisal for tax purposes in Georgia is January 1 every year. The Covid-19 problems were not an issue until March of 2020. 

If you are still dissatisfied with the BOE’s decision on your Gwinnett county property tax appeal, you can lodge your appeal at the Superior Court. Read on to know more about appeals at the Superior Court.