Every year, many property owners are shocked — and frustrated — to see their property tax bills rise. But why does this happen? And more importantly, what can you do to take back control?
Here are the 5 main reasons behind rising property taxes — and a practical solution to help you reduce them.
1. 📈 The Assessed Value of Your Property Has Increased
Your local government regularly assesses the value of your property. If that value goes up — due to inflation, renovations, or simply a hot real estate market — your taxes will likely increase too.
💡 Tip: The assessed value isn’t always accurate. You have the right to challenge it.
2. 🏗️ Home Improvements
Did you renovate your kitchen? Add a bedroom or a pool? These upgrades can significantly increase your property’s taxable value.
While these improvements raise your home’s worth, they also raise your tax bill.
3. 🌆 Local Development
New businesses, schools, or infrastructure projects in your neighborhood can increase the value of properties in the area — including yours.
Result? Higher property taxes, even if you haven’t changed a thing.
4. 📊 Increases in Local Tax Rates
Each county sets its own property tax rates. If your school district or municipality increases the rate to fund a new project, your tax bill will rise — even if your property’s value stays the same.
5. 📉 Errors in the Assessment
Mistakes happen more often than you think. Incorrect square footage, misclassified property types, or bad sales comparisons can all lead to inflated tax bills.
✅ What Can You Do About It?
At Propertax Group, we help homeowners like you analyze, challenge, and reduce their property tax bills.
🎯 Our mission: Save you money — with no hassle.
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