Dale Craymer, guest columnist: Squeaky wheel theory applies to local property taxes
You see, the property tax is unlike any other tax you pay; there is no permanent tax rate. Taxing units set a new rate every year
Read MoreCraymer: Property tax reform proposal could be win for taxpayers
Texas legislators are convening in special session to tackle “property tax reform,” just as local taxing districts across the state begin their budget work to determine how much Texans will pay in taxes for next year
Read MoreOutlook For 2020-21 State Budget: Healthier, But Still Tight
The Texas Comptroller’s office recently raised its revenue estimate by nearly $3 billion, but the Legislative Budget Board is warning state agencies not to ask for more money than they got last time
Read MoreWhy Are Half of My Property Taxes Leaving Austin?
The Austin Independent School District librarian has owned a home in Central Austin for 15 years. This year, the property tax bill for her house, which is appraised at around
Read MoreTexas internet sales tax take may not be a bonanza
AUSTIN — The U.S. Supreme Court recently ruled that states are entitled to collect sales taxes from online sales, even if the vendor lacks a physical presence there, but the payoff in Texas may not be as large as some expected.
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