Save on Your Montgomery Co. TN Property Tax
It's that time again when the Montgomery County Trustee administers a state-funded County Tax Relief Program to help taxpayers 65 or older and disabled citizens keep their property taxes at lower levels. If you qualify you can have all or part of your property taxes paid on your home or have the basis frozen to help you control costs as you go into your senior years..
This is the time to see if you qualify for Tax Relief by answering the following requirements on or before December 31, 2017:
- You owned and lived in your home in Tennessee (mobile homes are included) that was your main residence.
AND You are one of the following:
- Elderly: Age 65 or older on or before December 31, 2017.
- Disabled: You must be totally and permanently disabled as rated by the Social Security Administration or other qualified agency on or before December 31, 2017.
Save on Your Montgomery Co. TN Property Tax into the future.
This information is provided by The Real Debbie Reynolds, real estate agent in Clarksville TN. 931-320-6730.
You can apply when property taxes become due in Montgomery County. You must apply before your taxes become delinquent. Apply at the Trustee's Office or at the City of Clarksville, if you reside in the city limits.
What are the income guidelines?
Elderly and disabled applicants must report all income from the prior year of all property owners, not to exceed the current year's limit. Please refer to the 2017 Tennessee & Montgomery County Tax Relief & Clarksville/Montgomery County Tax Freeze Programs notice to see the latest annual income limits.
Tax Relief is payment by the State of Tennessee to reimburse certain homeowners who meet the legal requirements, for a part or all of property taxes paid, and is not an exemption. You will still receive your tax bill(s) and be responsible for paying your property taxes each year.
What documents will You need to Save on Your Montgomery Co. TN Property Tax?
- Proof of Ownership
- Tax Receipt - provide a copy of your property tax receipt. If the tax receipt is not in your name, also provide a deed, probated will, or other court document. If you live in a mobile home provide a title or bill of sale.
- All property owners must provide some valid form of ID.
Take steps to see if you qualify for 2017.
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