In Springfield MO, and Greene County home the average sale prices jump 40 percent in this years tax assessment.
60 percent of the 115,000 real estate parcels in the county increased in value during the latest property review done by Greene County Assessor Rick Kessinger.
According to the Springfield Board of Realtors, the average home sale price in Greene County jumped 40 percent from 1998 to 2006.
State law requires the assessor to reassess, or reappraise, all real property in the county every odd-numbered year for property tax purposes.
Tax levies are set by the various taxing entities — such as local governments, school districts and fire protection districts — every September, at which time the actual tax amount can be calculated.
Everyone I have asked in my family has received an increase in tax assessment on their home.
Mother - $35,000 to $44,000
Aunt - $190,000 to $260,000
Myself - $110,000 to $145,00
If you do not agree with the assessment call
Homeowners and agriculture land owners should call 417-829-6180.
Commercial property owners should call 417-868-4094.
