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Harris County Launches New Online Portal for Property Tax Payments

KHOU 11December 5, 20251 min1,234 views
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New Online Property Tax System

  • 💻 Harris County has launched a new online payment system at myhariscountytax.com for property tax bills.
  • ⏱️ The new platform is designed to make managing and paying property taxes easy, clear, and convenient, while also being more secure.
  • 🌐 The website is accessible in both English and Spanish.

Features and Future Capabilities

  • 🧾 By setting up an account, users can store payment methods, receive receipts, and view their transaction history.
  • 🗓️ Starting next year, the platform will allow taxpayers to set up payment plans and automatic withdrawals from their checking accounts.
  • ⚠️ Currently, payment plans are available for those behind on taxes, but the new system will streamline this process.

Homestead Exemption Updates

  • 🏠 Amendments to the state constitution have been approved, raising the homestead exemption to $140,000.
  • 💰 The exemption for those over 65 and disabled has been increased to $60,000.

Payment Deadline

  • ⏰ The deadline to pay property taxes is January 31st.
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