If I buy property after January 1, when will I get a tax bill?

If you purchased property after January 1, you may not receive a tax bill in your name until the following year depending on when you purchased the property. Your name may appear as a c/o or not at all.

However, depending on your closing statement, you may be required to pay the tax bill in the "previous owner’s name". This should be determined at the time of closing and the adjustment should be reflected in your closing costs. Tax pro-rations are typically based upon the most recent tax bill available.

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1. How do they come up with an assessment?
2. Why did my assessment go up this year?
3. Why does the person down the street with all the land have a lower value than mine?
4. If I buy property after January 1, when will I get a tax bill?
5. Why can't I appeal my property value when I get my tax bill?
6. What is the tax rate of an address?
7. I bought my house in July for less than what the tax bill says. Why do I have to pay the higher amount?
8. My neighbor next door gets a reduction in his taxable value. Why don't I?
9. What is the amount for the Homestead / Disability Exemption?
10. Can I get the Homestead/Disability Exemption for commercial property?
11. Will I still be eligible for the Homestead Exemption if I’ve put my property in a Trust?