Prices: Property Tax Books

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  Property Tax California Style

  California taxation of real and personal property. Written for general readers, with an introductory chapter to give the reader an overview of the system. Total of 24 chapters cover property, exemption, valuation, assessment and collection, and assessment appeals. 5 reference appendixes, and comprehensive table of contents and index.

  $53.10

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  The Property Tax-School Funding Dilemma

  States experiencing taxpayer revolts among homeowners are tempted to reduce reliance on the property tax to fund schools. But a more targeted approach can provide property tax relief and improve state funding for public education. This policy focus report  includes a comprehensive review of recent research on both property tax and school funding, and summarizes case studies of seven states— California, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Hampshire, New Jersey, Ohio and Texas. The majority of these states are heavily reliant on property tax revenues to fund schools. While there is no one-size-fits-all solution, the report recommends addressing property taxes and school funding separately.

  $44.29

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  Challenge Your Taxes: Homeowner's Guide to Reducing Property Taxes

  How to save hundreds--even thousands--of dollars a year in property taxes You can't escape paying property taxes, but you can avoid paying more than you have to. This authoritative new guide explains how. Written by an experienced real estate counselor, Challenge Your Taxes helps you evaluate your property assessment and pinpoint any inaccuracies that, once amended, could dramatically reduce your tax bill. With proven guidelines and practical tips, you'll learn how to determine what your property is really worth, qualify your property for a deduction, and--in the case of an unfair assessment--prepare and present a successful appeal. Here's where you'll find complete details on:* Property valuation--fair market value, comparable sales and cost approach, amenity considerations* Assessors--who they are, what they do, and what they look for* Checking your property information--study your property record file, confirm property category, use sales/assessment ratio to establish fair value* Common assessment errors--miscalculated land area, incorrect judgment of condition, comparable sales ignored, wrong zoning classification* Assessment appeals--summary of procedure, presentation checklist, the appeal board, abatementsPacked with helpful worksheets and numerous examples, as well as sample forms and addresses of state appeals agencies, this indispensable resource has everything you need to Challenge Your Taxes successfully.

  $26.95