Property taxes in Texas in my opinion are a corruption filled process. The counties set their own rates, set and process the appraisals, and collect the funds. Three times since I have lived here the state has intervened in some fashion to reduce the burden on taxpayers; but, within a few years by adjusting rates and appraisals the counties are collecting just as much or more from taxpayers...with the "school taxes" being the worst money pit. Also, there is a wide variance between counties; the same sized and valued house in one county might result in a $3K tax bill, but more that $5K in another. As far as I can tell the only solution to the problem is for the state to take over the process - set the tax rates, do the appraisals and manage the collection process. Until then the taxpayers will continue to be screwed.
Wow! How come we never hear about this? Property taxes are incredible! Taxes are only 5,000 on a 500,000 home in Boston, plus we have our own stated provided healthcare system. Texas doesn't have jack except the highest rate of uninsured in the country. But, according to Forbes, Texas is so business friendly. Well, It might be business friendly, but it's definitely not homeowner friendly
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Thanks. Texas is notorious for high property taxes.
Thanks for the info!! Super helpful 🌹
THANKS!
Beautiful home
that was bad math. 500k x .03
That's what she said 😅
Why 3% as the example? I'm seeing 1-2% for most counties in Texas
Property taxes in Texas in my opinion are a corruption filled process. The counties set their own rates, set and process the appraisals, and collect the funds. Three times since I have lived here the state has intervened in some fashion to reduce the burden on taxpayers; but, within a few years by adjusting rates and appraisals the counties are collecting just as much or more from taxpayers...with the "school taxes" being the worst money pit. Also, there is a wide variance between counties; the same sized and valued house in one county might result in a $3K tax bill, but more that $5K in another. As far as I can tell the only solution to the problem is for the state to take over the process - set the tax rates, do the appraisals and manage the collection process. Until then the taxpayers will continue to be screwed.
Wow! How come we never hear about this? Property taxes are incredible! Taxes are only 5,000 on a 500,000 home in Boston, plus we have our own stated provided healthcare system. Texas doesn't have jack except the highest rate of uninsured in the country. But, according to Forbes, Texas is so business friendly. Well, It might be business friendly, but it's definitely not homeowner friendly
You’re comparing the Massachusetts welfare State to Texas. Seriously?