There are certain parts of the world where natural disasters occur more often than others. The U.S. definitely has its fair share of earthquakes, hurricanes, and tornadoes etc. Owning real estate during these times can be devastating for certain property owners. Real estate of all types can be decimated by the devastation of catastrophic events, which can dramatically affect the communities in which they reside, since it can take years to recover from this type of destruction

When property owners receive their final tax bills for the year in November or December; they may not agree with the amount to be paid. Although this can be frustrating, things can be done to alleviate this burden, because every state gives property owners the opportunity to challenge the amount of taxes levied upon them; but few actually take action and file a tax abatement. This is due to the fact that this right is not publicized enough, which means there are numerous tax

Most property owners have the basic knowledge of how property taxes are determined, but many are not really aware of the intricacies of how their tax bill is actually calculated. Here are three important things for taxpayers to remember when it comes to real estate taxes: 1. Municipalities across the nation return millions of dollars each year to taxpayers who understand what it takes to request a reduction on their property taxes. Taxpayers should really only apply for a tax

New Hampshire is just one of the many states in the U.S. where filing a tax abatement application puts the burden of proof on the tax payer. The tax abatement process can be confusing and cumbersome, but the following timeline will help all parties involved be more readily prepared. Prior Tax Year April 1 – This is the valuation date for all real estate in a given municipality. Current Tax Year March 1 – This is the deadline for property owners to file a tax abatement for the