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I am a senior and cannot pay my property taxes. Where can I get help?

Answer:

If your household income is low, you may qualify for a hardship exemption for all or part of your property taxes for the current year or the next year (depending on when you apply). You must apply for this exemption before the taxes on your property are established for the year. Generally, exemption requests are taken in January through March for the tax bill that will be sent in July of the same year. If an application is made after that period, it will be reviewed for an exemption for the next year. A hardship exemption applies to current or future taxes only and will not affect taxes from prior years.

Where do I apply for a hardship exemption?

You must apply for a hardship exemption at your local (city) assessor's office. Each local government has its own procedure for applying. For example, in Detroit, the taxpayer must go to the assessor's office to request an application which is then mailed out with a return deadline.

Do I need to have any special papers to apply?

The hardship exemption applies to homeowners with household incomes at or below the poverty level. You will need a deed or land contract to prove ownership and proof of income for all members in the household.

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