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Fort Bend County
Richmond homeowners are getting a break starting in 2027 with a new 4% homestead exemption. It’s a small but welcome move to keep more of your hard-earned money in your pocket as property values rise.
At a glance
Rising — being discussed more frequently. 1 mention in the last 30 days, 1 the 90 before that.
The administration plans to review current spending to provide tangible relief to homeowners.
Fort Bend County homeowners and taxpayers.
The city's general fund will have slightly less revenue to work with for public services.
Tensions rose between Democrats and Republicans throughout the budget and tax-rate votes, including between interim county judge Daniel Wong and Commissioner Dexter McCoy, who are both vying for the judge position in the upcoming November election. T...
The Richmond City Commission has taken decisive action in support of residents and long-term city planning by approving a change to 2026 property tax exemptions for the fiscal year 2027 budget.
Judge Wong has identified property tax relief as a top priority, promising to look closely at the county budget to ensure taxpayer money is spent wisely.
What to know about Fort Bend County homestead exemptions, property appraisals this tax season Community Impact
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