Lower Your Property Tax with the Homestead Exemption
The Homestead Exemption program enables senior citizens, individuals with disabilities, and surviving spouses of fallen first responders to reduce their property tax burden. To qualify, they must meet annual income requirements set by the state. This program shields a portion of the market value of their home from taxation. Who is eligible for a Homestead […]
Arrears: A What?
Explore the intricacies of property tax payments in Hamilton County, Ohio, where taxes are settled in arrears, impacting both sellers and buyers during real estate transactions. As Realtors, we often see words and phrases contained within a “Contract to Purchase” that are not commonly used in our daily conversational language but have important ramifications for […]
How to Challenge Your Real Estate Property Taxes
Did you know that any owner of property in Hamilton County may contest a property value? Real estate property taxes are based on the County’s value of the property. If you own property in Hamilton County, Ohio, you will be receiving a letter in the mail from the Hamilton County, Ohio Auditor sharing with you […]
Clean Energy Tax Credits For Consumers
What they are and how to qualify According to the U.S. Department of Energy, homeowners who purchase energy and other efficient appliances and products are eligible for the clean energy tax credit. To get the credit, consumers must fill out IRS Form 5695, follow IRS instructions, include Form 5695 when filing their tax return, and […]
