Property Tax Exemptions or Reductions in Select U.S. States

In all 50 U.S. states, most real estate owners must pay property tax. However, the amounts and terms vary widely. It's worth looking into whether you qualify for an exemption from your state's tax or a reduction in your tax bill.

Make sure you're not paying more in Florida property taxes than you have to.

Make sure that you’re not overpaying on your Georgia property taxes.

Making home improvements and repairing damage from a natural disaster are among your possible exemptions from Illinois property tax.

Own an New Jersey home? Double check that you aren't paying more in property taxes than you need to.

Elderly, disabled, and other persons may qualify for various exemptions from North Carolina property tax.

Seniors, disabled persons, and veterans are among those who might be able to qualify for reductions of their Ohio property tax.

Make sure you're not paying too much in Pennsylvania property taxes!

Not happy about your Texas property tax bill? Here are your options.

Either filing an appeal or claiming an exemption may reduce your California property tax burden.

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