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Homestead Exemption CAP vs Assessed Value

On Homestead Properties the assessed value increases of 10% per year are mandatory per Texas Property Tax Code 23.23 until the assessed value is equal to market value. Texas Property Tax Code can ONLY be changed by Texas Legislature.

The Morgan’s Point Resort tax statements have been corrected and mailed.  Corrected statements and tax amounts can be viewed using property search.

To receive the October discount, entities that offer a discount are required to be paid by the deadline of October 31st to receive the discount.

Tax Discount Payment Deadlines: 3% October 31st, 2% November 30th, 1% December 31st
If the deadline falls on Saturday or Sunday, the deadline will be the following Monday.

Tax Discount Payment Deadline: 3% October 31st, will be extended to November 2nd.

TAX PAYMENT – OPTIONS

Online or by Phone – with a Credit Card / Debit Card / Check – Fee schedule (fees applied by vendor)  –  pay with electronic check for $0.50
In Person – (all locations) by check, cash or money order with NO FEE After hours payments can be made at the Belton office 24/7 using the drop box outside

Tax Payment Discount Deadlines: 3% October 31st, 2% November 30th, 1% December 31st
If the deadline falls on Saturday or Sunday, the deadline will be the following Monday.

Tax Deferral – “What is it?” (PDF)

Quarterly Payment Installment Agreement (PDF)

Homestead Delinquent Tax Installment Agreement (PDF)

Homestead Exemption CAP vs Assessed Value Increases

On Homestead Properties, the assessed value increases of 10% per year are mandatory per Texas Property Tax Code 23.23 until the assessed value is equal to market value. Texas Property Tax Code can ONLY be changed by Texas Legislature.  Click here for more information

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Homestead Exemption – FREE to File

Requirements:
Qualifying Exemptions: Residential Homestead – Disabled Person – Age 65 or Older (or Surviving Spouse) – 100% Disabled Veteran (or Surviving Spouse) – Surviving Spouse of Armed Services Member Killed in Action – Surviving Spouse of First Responder Killed in the line of Duty – Donated Residence of Partially Disabled Veteran (or Surviving Spouse)
Must have: Updated Drivers License or Texas ID – Disabled Person: Social Security Admin letter or A&B Card – Disabled Vet:  CURRENT OR RECENTLY RECEIVED Awards letter from VA

***Note: options MAY be available, if filing after April 30th – Please file an application, the CAD will provide any legislative remedies, once approved***

For More Info about Homestead Exemption – Exemption FAQs
No annual renewal required
Chief Appraiser may request updated applications when necessary.

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