Like Nero as Rome Burned, Ohio Lawmakers Ignore Rising Fury on Property Taxes: Editorial

Like Nero as Rome burned, Ohio lawmakers ignore rising fury on property taxes: editorial

Unless Statehouse leaders are purposely courting budget anarchy with potentially dire political consequences if Ohio voters decide to outlaw property taxes entirely, they must quickly and fully address state homeowners’ justified complaints about crushing property taxes. Now, writes the editorial board of The Plain Dealer and cleveland.com.

Economists believe eliminating property taxes could create issues

(The Center Square) – Despite a proposal to ban property taxes in Ohio, a group of economists believe the idea could create more problems for taxpayers.

Proposal To Scrub Property Taxes From Constitution Went Too Far, Lawmakers Say

A proposal to remove the Constitution’s structure for property taxes advanced Tuesday in a state legislative committee. Looking back two days later, the…

Can Florida Eliminate Property Taxes?

In March, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis told lawmakers they have his full support to end property taxes statewide.  “Taxpayers need relief,” DeSantis said. “You buy a home, you pay off the mortgage, and yet you still have to write a check to the government every year just for the privilege of living on your own private property… Is the property yours, or are you just renting it from the government?” “You should own your property free and clear… …

How A Homestead Exemption Can Minimize Your Property Taxes - House Digest

If you're looking for a way to minimize your property taxes, you might want to consider a homestead exemption, which can lower the assessed value of your home.

What if property taxes are eliminated?

Rick Patrick  rick@greenepublishing.com There have been some rumblings coming out of Tallahassee regarding an idea proposed by some to eliminate property taxes. While that may sound like an appealing prospect, a deeper...