Where do property tax dollars go?
  • To build and maintain county roads
  • To build and repair public buildings and bridges
  • To pay expenses of courts, county jail and law enforcement
  • To provide for fire protection
  • To provide for public health and sanitation
  • To support administration of county government and the public school system

This is an abbreviated list; please see Georgia Code for a complete list. (OCGA 48-5-220)

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1. What is property taxation?
2. What property is taxed?
3. Who decides how much my property is worth for tax purposes?
4. What if I disagree with the Tax Assessors' value?
5. What is the difference between fair market value and assessed value?
6. What is a millage rate?
7. How is my tax bill calculated?
8. What is the HTRC credit on my tax bill?
9. When is my tax bill due?
10. Is there anyway to reduce my tax bill?
11. What is and how do I file for homestead exemption?
12. Where do I get a copy of my warranty deed?
13. Do I pay taxes on my mobile / modular home?
14. Where do property tax dollars go?