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Laura HarbisonBroker/OwnerB.0026537.LLC/ PM.0164922.BKRAccredited Buyer Representative ® (ABR)At Home With Diversity (AHWD)Broker Price Opinion Resource (BPOR)Certified Distressed Property Expert ® (CDPE)Certified Residential Specialist (CRS)Distinguished Real Estate Broker ® (DRB)Graduate, REALTOR ® Institute (GRI)Pricing Strategy Advisor ® (PSA)Resort & Second-Home Property Specialist(RSPS)Seniors Real Estate Specialist ® (SRES)Equator Platform Platinum CertificationEquator Short Sale Agent CertificationAdvanced Evaluations CertificationNVS Institute BPO CertificationFive Star BPO DesignationNAWRB Certified Delegate SpokeswomanLaura@HarbisonRealEstate.comwww.LauraHarbisonRealEstate.comCall Laura Today!702-777-1234“ASK LAURA ABOUT REAL ESTATE”Understanding Property TaxesHow much do you know about property taxes? What does it do, and what do you need to knowabout it when buying a home? When looking at buying a home, budgeting the property tax cost isan important first step in knowing what you can afford.What Is a Property Tax?A property tax is a government-issued tax to all its constituents who own a property, whether it be ahouse, a rental property or a building. Everyone who owns "real property" is charged a property tax,including corporations and other entities. It typically will be used to provide funding to local utilities,such as water and sewer improvements, law enforcement, schools, road and highway construction,fire protection and other services that the local government deem to benefit the community.How Do You Calculate Your Property Tax ?Calculating your property tax is easy. However, you need a few things to get it done. First, you needto know the assessed value of your property, according to the tax or property assessor. Also, youneed to know how much the property tax rate is in your area. This can be found online, and you alsoshould be receiving an annual notice that tells you what it will be for the coming fiscal year. This ismailed to the mailing address that you have on file with Clark County. (Not sure about this? Call meand I can check it for you).Why Is My Property Tax Expensive?There are many reasons why your property tax may be more expensive than others. When youpurchase a property, the tax is "reset" based on the value at the time of your purchase, and then it isreevaluated annually. It is then subject to an annual "cap" (maximum amount it can increase eachyear, which varies depending on whether the property is your primary residence or not. Also, if youhave recently done a renovation or added more square footage to your property, your property taxis expected to be higher as well.What Happens If I Missed Paying My Property Taxes?Even after you pay off your mortgage fees and free yourself from the extended monthly obligations,your property tax will still be present. As long as you’re a legal property owner, you are liable to payfor the property tax. If you own the property free of a mortgage that impounds your property tax,you will pay it directly to the local tax collector. If not, your property can be seized and sold to paythe tax owed (so make sure you pay your taxes!)Why Does My Neighbor Pay Less Property Tax Than Me?A lot of things influence how a property tax is assessed. Lot size, type of house structure, size ofthe house, the age and the condition, renovations and even the presence of a garage can affect theproperty tax calculation. Also, because of the cap (limit) to the annual increase, it may bebecause your neighbor bought the home at a lower value initially.Property Tax Relief, Am I Eligible For That?Tax relief, usually called tax breaks, are available for every homeowner. It’s one of the perks ofowning a property. Homeowners can potentially receive tax deductions, credits, and/or rebates(check with your CPA or tax preparer!) You can also utilize your property taxes paid throughout theyear when you file a federal income tax return (again, check with your CPA or tax preparer). Thismay save you or replenish the expenses you made by being a responsible tax payer.More questions? Please feel free to call me anytime. My office is open 7 days a week for yourconvenience, and I'm looking forward to assisting you with all of your real estate needs. I'll be herefor you when you need me!Laura Harbison, ABR, AHWD, BPOR, BS, CDPE, CRS, DRB, GRI, PSA, RSPS, SRESRealty Executives Southern Nevada PropertiesBroker/OwnerLicense # B.0026537.LLC / PM.0164922.BKR770 Coronado Center Drive, Ste. 100Henderson, NV 89052Office: 702-777-12342February 2021
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