Anyone who owns property in Arizona is subjected to paying property taxes. But many people don’t understand how these taxes are determined. It’s imperative that anyone who has to pay these taxes has at least a basic understanding of what they mean. There are several...
Property Taxes
Ways to challenge a tax assessment
Homeowners in Arizona know that a high property tax evaluation can cost them lots of money. It can be tempting to challenge a tax evaluation in an effort to save money. However, without evidence, nothing will come of a legal challenge. In order to successfully lower a...
What may cause property taxes to change
Property taxes in Arizona fluctuate according to value, but the amount of taxes you owe can also change due to other factors. The assessor can add any changes in your property's valuation that you make between January 1 and September 30, and these will go into effect...
What is full cash value vs. limited property value?
Property tax laws are rarely simple, but here in Arizona, an unusual set of rules makes things even more complicated. The state uses two different values as part of its assessment process: the full cash value and the limited property value. Here is a brief explanation...