NYT: Tax appeals slam local governments

Courtesy MSNBC.com: Life  Sat, 07/04/2009 - 19:52

California Assessor Gus Kramer said those appealing their tax bills say, "When can I have my refund check?<br /><br />I need to feed my family."Homeowners across the country are challenging their property tax bills in droves as the value of their homes drop, threatening local governments with another big drain on their budgets.




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