Hold on to Your Buckeyes! Unveiling the Mystery of the HB 920 Credit in Ohio
Ever stared at your property tax bill in Ohio and wondered why it wasn't quite as outrageous as you feared? That, my friend, might be the HB 920 credit working its magic behind the scenes. But what exactly is this mythical creature? Buckle up, because we're about to dive into the fascinating, and hopefully not-too-snooze-worthy, world of Ohio property tax reductions.
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| What is An Hb 920 Credit In Ohio |
HB 920: Not a Dance Move, But a Tax Superhero (Kind Of)
Imagine this: you buy a house in Ohio. A few years later, your property value skyrockets (thanks, HGTV?). Normally, your property tax bill would follow suit, leaving you with less money for that dream vacation to the LeBron James Museum (totally a thing in the future, right?).
Enter HB 920, the hero with the slightly boring name. This Ohio law, enacted in 1976 (the year leisure suits were still, tragically, a thing), acts like a shield against those skyrocketing property tax increases. It does this with a fancy tool called a tax reduction factor. Basically, when your property value goes up, the HB 920 credit kicks in and reduces the amount of tax you owe, keeping things (somewhat) fair.
It's Not All Sunshine and Rainbows (But Mostly Sunshine)
There are a few things to keep in mind with HB 920. It doesn't eliminate tax increases altogether. Local governments still have the right to raise tax rates, but HB 920 helps prevent those increases from solely stemming from rising property values. Also, HB 920 only applies to voted levies, not emergency levies passed by local authorities.
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Think of it like this: HB 920 is like your cool aunt who throws you a few bucks when you need it, but she can't stop your parents (the local government) from setting an allowance (tax rate) in the first place.
HB 920: Friend or Foe?
HB 920 has its fans and its critics. Supporters love that it protects homeowners from runaway property taxes. Critics argue that it limits the ability of local governments to raise revenue for important services.
Ultimately, HB 920 is a complex issue with both benefits and drawbacks. But hey, at least it's there to help keep your property tax bill from becoming a total nightmare!
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HB 920 FAQs
How to find out if your property tax bill reflects an HB 920 credit?
Contact your county auditor's office. They'll be happy to explain the breakdown of your property tax bill.
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How to know if HB 920 applies to a specific levy?
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The levy information should detail whether it's a voted levy or an emergency levy. HB 920 applies to voted levies only.
How to fight an unfair property tax valuation?
Most counties have a process for appealing property valuations. Contact your county auditor's office for details.
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How to stay informed about changes to HB 920?
The Ohio Department of Taxation website is a great resource for staying updated on property tax laws: https://tax.ohio.gov/
How to celebrate saving money on property taxes?
Treat yourself to a buckeye sundae! (It's an Ohio thing, trust us.)
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