Appealing Your Property Tax Assessment in Mississippi
Deadlines and steps to appeal a property tax assessment in Mississippi, and when property taxes are due.
Short answer: Request a hearing with the county Board of Supervisors (contact the county Chancery Clerk for details). Normally, an appeal must be filed by the first Monday in August preceding the due date of the taxes. Mississippi Dept. of Revenue, Property Tax FAQ
| Appealing your assessment | Request a hearing with the county Board of Supervisors (contact the county Chancery Clerk for details). Normally, an appeal must be filed by the first Monday in August preceding the due date of the taxes. |
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| When property taxes are due | Taxes are due on or before February 1 for property assessed the preceding year; if February 1 falls on a weekend or legal holiday, payment may be made the following Monday without penalty or interest. Unpaid real estate taxes can lead to the property being sold at the county tax sale (held on the first Monday in April and the last Monday in August). |
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FAQ
How do you appeal a property tax assessment in Mississippi?
Request a hearing with the county Board of Supervisors (contact the county Chancery Clerk for details). Normally, an appeal must be filed by the first Monday in August preceding the due date of the taxes.
When are property taxes due in Mississippi?
Taxes are due on or before February 1 for property assessed the preceding year; if February 1 falls on a weekend or legal holiday, payment may be made the following Monday without penalty or interest. Unpaid real estate taxes can lead to the property being sold at the county tax sale (held on the first Monday in April and the last Monday in August).
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.