If I have a house that I owe property taxes on, how do homestead laws protect me?
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If I have a house that I owe property taxes on, how do homestead laws protect me?
Asked on February 21, 2012 under Real Estate Law, Texas
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
Each state's homestead laws due not protect anyone from unpaid property taxes for one's home. Per statute of each state, unpaid property taxes are the senior lien on any real property which need to be paid. Homesteading does not offer protection for unpaid property taxes.
I suggest that you consult with a real estate attorney to assist you concerning getting the unpaid property taxes on your parcel.
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