Who has to pay the taxes?
Property taxes are charged against the owner of the property on January 1, and against the property itself if the owner is not known. (O.C.G.A. 48-5-9) Unless otherwise specified, property tax returns are to be filed with the county tax assessor's office who has been designated to receive returns throughout the year however, the deadline to file a return is April 1st for the year the return is being filed.
Real property is taxable in the county where the land is located, and personal property is taxable in the county where the owner maintains a permanent legal residence unless otherwise provided by law. (O.C.G.A. 48-5-11)

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1. Why is it necessary to update values annually in Paulding County?
2. Where do county tax dollars go?
3. Who determines the value of my property?
4. What property is not taxed?
5. Who has to pay the taxes?
6. When are taxes due?
7. What is Assessed Value?
8. What is a Tax Rate?
9. How do I figure the tax on my home ?
10. Can I pay my property taxes online?
11. How do I contact my county tax official about my property tax bill or property tax assessment?
12. Can I pay my property taxes online?
13. What is Homestead Exemption?
14. How often can a county reassess property?
15. What is market value?
16. What is an Annual Property Value Update?
17. Will all property values change?
18. How to Appeal a Property Tax Assessment?
19. What evidence do I need to present at a Board of Equalization appeal hearing?
20. Is timber taxed in Georgia?
21. Where do my tax dollars go?