Frequently Asked Questions

A buyer of real property is responsible for the property tax if the property is sold on or after January 1 and before November 1. The seller is responsible for the property tax if purchased on or after November 1 and prior to January 1. Private contracts between buyer and seller will often specify…

Your tax dollars are used by local government to provide funding for roads, parks, fire protection, police protection, public health and other services. Property taxes also fund public school districts. The county collects some property taxes on behalf of the state, which is then redistributed to…

The value of your home may change each year and is influenced by changes in market conditions, improvements to the property, and home prices in the market area. The county appraiser continually reviews sale prices and property information throughout the year.