Highlands Today

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Biz Owner Lowers Tax Bill Through Appeal

He was looking at a 30 percent increase in commercial property taxes. ...more

October 4, 2008

Crisis Has Changed Home Appraisal

Brian Dean wanted to add a pool to his 1967 home in Safety Harbor, so he checked with his lender about obtaining a home equity loan. ...more

September 25, 2008

Tax Rates Decline Or Stay Static, But Many Tax Bills Won't

The recapture rule associated with the Save Our Homes will cut into or eliminate savings. ...more

September 24, 2008

Dredging Costs Will Get Shared

South Shore waterfront property owners must decide if they are willing to pay for a clear passage to Tampa Bay. ...more

September 24, 2008

WEEK IN REVIEW

County Cuts $1.5 Million, Adopts Budget SEBRING - Highlands County commissioners made 16 of 18 suggested last-minute budget cuts Tuesday night as they adopted the fiscal year 2008-09 budget. ...more

September 21, 2008

County Cuts $1.5 Million, Adopts Budget

The Highlands County commissioners made 16 of 18 suggested last-minute budget cuts Tuesday night as they adopted the fiscal year 2008-09 budget. ...more

September 18, 2008

Many Put On Notice Tax Break To Decline

This wasn't supposed to be the year of the angry taxpayer. In January, Florida voters passed Amendment 1, which promised property tax relief on several fronts, including nearly doubling the homestead exemption. ...more

August 30, 2008