What is Homestead Exemption?

The State and Paulding County offer homestead exemptions to persons that own and occupy their home as a primary residence. Homestead applications may be filed with your county Board of Tax Asessors at any time however, the deadline for filing is April 1st of the year the exemption is being sought. 

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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?