Homeowners in Jackson County should apply now for Missouri’s updated senior property tax freeze program, even though there is some confusion about a state order to lower last year’s high property values. This is because tax bills should stay the same this year, and the program now includes more seniors and has simpler rules.
Jackson County Seniors Advised to Apply Now for a Property Tax Freeze Despite State Order on Property Values
According to The Kansas City Star, Jackson County homeowners aren’t sure how to apply for the new changes to Missouri’s senior property tax freeze program. More seniors can now get the tax freeze because the rules have been changed, but there is some confusion about whether to wait because the county was recently told by the state to lower the high property values from last year. Jackson County officials say they won’t change the amounts from last year and tell seniors to apply for the tax freeze program right away instead of waiting for a possible return.
Property owners in Jackson County can expect their tax bills to stay about the same this year as they were last year. This is because property values won’t be reviewed until 2025. For people who qualify, the tax freeze scheme should mean that their future tax bills stay the same. Jackson County is going to court to fight the state’s order, but they are still encouraging seniors who are qualified to apply for the tax freeze right now.
Jackson County’s Senior Property Tax Freeze Program: New Rules, Application Review Begins in September
Seniors’ property tax freeze applications will begin to be looked at in September and will be handled as they come in. People who applied earlier this year don’t have to do it again; all applications will be reviewed using the new criteria. The program is now open to all homeowners aged 62 and up. The old cap on home values has been lifted, and applicants don’t have to reapply every year. You can apply until December 31, and you should hear back about approvals in early 2025.