property tax
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of property tax
First recorded in 1800–10
Example Sentences
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It's not clear that just because he's endorsed property tax reform that he'll definitely implement changes in government, but we've asked some experts for their view.
From BBC ● Jul. 10, 2026
The second financial pressure on working-class Americans was a post-pandemic property tax that hit states like Ohio hard.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 5, 2026
But in many areas of the U.S., the property tax rate will be stepped up and based on how much you pay for the home.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 23, 2026
Eligible fire survivors can still apply for this property tax deferment anytime before June 30, 2030.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 9, 2026
The unemployment caused home foreclosures, leading to shortfalls in property tax receipts, and therefore holes in the school budget.
From "Drama High" by Michael Sokolove
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