Property Taxes and Fixed Income: A Growing Strain for Seniors
Living in a fully paid home no longer means financial stability when property taxes and fixed-income seniors meet. Research from the Urban Institute shows that over 30% of households led by older adults spend a good part of their income on housing costs, including...
Is Your Home an Asset or a Liability?
When unpaid taxes on a home pile up, you may wonder if the property is still an asset or a financial burden. According to ITEP, property taxes account for three out of every four local tax dollars in the United States, which helps explain why the collection process...
65+ Property Tax Exemption: Is It Real and How to Apply?
Many homeowners aged 65 or older feel there’s no real way to reduce the taxes they pay on their homes, but a property tax exemption for seniors can actually provide meaningful relief. According to The Tax Foundation, property taxes account for nearly 30% of...
How to Check If Your Taxes Are Paid: What to Look For
Wondering how to check if your taxes are paid? The answer starts directly with the IRS—not with what a third party tells you. Given that the IRS processes over 266.6 million returns and forms every year, the agency’s official records are always the most reliable...