Filing return after return (by hand!) is probably last on your team’s list of favorite tax to-do’s. It’s right down there with entering data from the tax assessor’s notice of valuation. Would you believe there’s something that could push these to-do’s to the top of the list? It’s automated tax compliance—and here are a few key reasons for diving into this tax approach.

Property tax management can be complex even for veteran tax professionals. There are so many unique circumstances to consider across not only state lines, but also individual jurisdictions. Return deadlines, specific tax forms, appeal processes, depreciation schedules—figuring out these aspects for each of your business locations can be a headache without the right support.

Our clients who file Alabama business personal property tax returns have different perspectives on the state’s timing: Some see it as having an early return due date; others see it as having a late return due date. That’s because Alabama has an unusual tax year compared to other states. Learn more about that—and a few other highlights of Alabama’s property tax practices and policies—below.

Our mission at CrowdReason is and has always been to give you, our customers, the digital tools that will help you thrive. In our view, that involves a whole lot more than just selling software.

Taxes are still one of the certainties in life (it’s nice to know some things haven’t changed since the 18th century), but the same can’t be said for the amount of taxes paid. Thanks to the property tax appeal process, valuation amounts are never set in stone—as long as you take full advantage of your right to challenge an unfair assessment.

Our mission at CrowdReason is and has always been to give you, our customers, the digital tools that will help you thrive. In our view, that involves a whole lot more than just selling software.

Our mission at CrowdReason is and has always been to give you, our customers, the digital tools that will help you thrive. In our view, that involves a whole lot more than just selling software.

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Things To Know About Comparing Property Taxes By State
Looking for property tax information about a specific state?

• Maryland
• New York
• California
• Texas
• New Jersey
• South Carolina
• Alabama
• Indiana
• Wisconsin
• Florida
• Virginia
• Georgia
• Oklahoma
• Colorado

Want to simplify your business personal property tax process no matter what state you’re in?

If you’re operating your business in multiple states—or are contemplating putting down roots in another state—tax policies and obligations are probably already top of mind.

For organizations of all sizes, it seems there’s never enough time or manpower available for corporate tax planning. But the larger your organization, the more planning is required, especially when it comes to property taxes.

When it comes to Maryland business personal property tax, consistency is key. Unlike other states, which have multiple local jurisdictions handling personal property administration matters, the assessment of all personal property in the Old Line State lies within the purview of a single state agency: the Department of Assessments & Taxation (SDAT). The reasoning behind this strategy? To “foster the uniform and consistent administration” of business personal property tax, which includes everything from furniture and office equipment to machinery, tools, and any other property not classified as real property.