On Your Side: If you own a newer vehicle, verify this on your property tax bill.
Tax Assessment Confusion for Greene County Drivers SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – It’s a good reminder to take a second look at your personal property tax return, especially if you recently bought a new car. What’s happening is that county collectors are sending out tax bills at the end of the year, and many Greene County taxpayers […]
Katy Perry Takes Legal Action Against 85-Year-Old Veteran with Health Issues Over Property Conflict
Property Dispute Involving Katy Perry and Disabled Veteran Pop star Katy Perry is taking legal action against an 85-year-old military veteran, Carl Westcott, over an ongoing property dispute in Montecito, California. This situation began back in 2020, when Perry and her then-partner, actor Orlando Bloom, acquired Westcott’s eight-bedroom property located in a neighborhood known for […]
Discover the Ohio counties that chose new ‘piggyback’ property tax relief.
CLEVELAND, Ohio — This year, only a small number of Ohio’s 88 counties chose to implement the state’s new “piggyback” property tax credits designed to help alleviate taxpayer strain after a significant rise in home prices during the pandemic. Counties had until October 31 to decide whether to double the impact of these deductions for […]
New property tax reductions create conflict between homeowner support and school financing, with counties deciding.
Ohio Counties Divide Over Property Tax Breaks CLEVELAND, Ohio – In Northeast Ohio, counties are approaching new property tax breaks in very different ways. Some have embraced these breaks for seniors and homeowners, while others have turned them down, citing concerns about the impact on schools, townships, and other local entities. The discussion centers around […]
Ohio Senate includes $400 million for homeowner assistance as property tax legislation awaits governor’s approval
Ohio Homeowners to See Reduced Property Taxes In Columbus, Ohio, homeowners are set to benefit from new changes to property tax laws that will soon be presented to the governor. Recently added to House Bill 186, the amendment aims to extend the owner-occupancy tax credit over the next four years. This is expected to provide […]
California teenagers damaging property worth hundreds of dollars in TikTok Door Kick Challenge
Teenagers Engage in Dangerous TikTok Challenge Masked teenagers in California are causing significant damage as they take part in a disturbing TikTok trend that’s making a comeback among youth. This reckless behavior, known as the “Door Kick Challenge,” involves pranksters rushing to someone’s home, forcefully kicking in the front door, and then quickly fleeing the […]
Minnesotans may encounter $950 million in property tax hikes by 2026.
County Faces Property Tax Increases for 2026 The county has until December’s end to finalize its property tax rate for 2026. If you recently looked at your property tax statement, you might not be thrilled with what you found. According to early data, Minnesotans could see their property taxes rise by almost $950 million next […]
Chicago homeowners feel frustrated as property tax bills keep rising.
Homeowners in Chicago are increasingly frustrated as their property tax bills rise, yet they feel they’re seeing little benefit in return. In the Lawndale neighborhood on Chicago’s West Side, residents have expressed concerns about the ongoing increases and how the funds are allocated. Many, like Milton Clayton, a long-time resident, voice that while the area […]
Minnesota property taxes across the state could increase by nearly $1 billion next year
Potential Increase in Minnesota Property Taxes Property taxes in Minnesota could see a rise of up to $1 billion next year due to levy increases approved by local governments, including counties, cities, school boards, and various taxing districts for 2025. This increase, which will be reflected in payments due in 2026, is linked to rising […]
Cook County property tax payments are now due in December following a delay.
Cook County Property Tax Bills Set for Release Amid Delays Property owners in Cook County will soon be getting their second installment property tax bill after a significant wait. Toni Preckwinkle’s office announced that 1.8 million tax bills will be sent out this Friday, with payments due by December 15. Typically, these bills are mailed […]