By Brian Echevarria Raleigh, NC – I know firsthand how skyrocketing property taxes are undermining the American Dream for current and future generations. Revaluation-fueled increases in property tax bills are blowing up family budgets in Cabarrus County and across North…
Pittsboro, NC – As Chatham County gears up for the fiscal year 2025-2026, County Manager Brian Thompson presented an overview of the proposed budget during the first public hearing held on Monday, May 19. The overview delved into the key…
Pittsboro, NC – On May 5, 2025, Chatham County Manager Bryan Thompson presented the recommended fiscal year 2025-26 budget of $288.3 million at the Chatham County Board of Commissioners Regular Session in Pittsboro. The proposed budget prioritizes support for education…
By Algenon Cash Raleigh, NC – North Carolina homeowners are facing a new challenge — one that should be a cause for celebration but instead feels like a financial gut punch. Counties across the state are releasing new property revaluations…
By Stephanie Talbott Pittsboro, NC – Property taxes are a concern for most everyone, and this especially becomes problematic for seniors on fixed incomes. The ever-increasing property taxes could eventually force some people out of their homes, preventing them from aging…
By Patty White Siler City, NC – Property taxes, again. I get it that growth in the county, no matter what or who is driving it, needs to be accommodated and paid for in some fashion. However, I offer that hitting…
Pittsboro, NC – The Chatham County Tax Office reminds those owning real estate that personal and business property as of January 1, 2023, must ensure that the property is listed with the Tax Office no later than January 31, 2023.…
By Bill Crawford Pittsboro, NC – The voting season is upon us. These are some things I would ask you to consider in Chatham County: Property taxes – The Democrat Board of Commissioners raised property tax valuations last year, before…
by Tom Glendinning Pittsboro, NC – Notes on the Chatham County Board of Commissioner’s meeting Monday night, May 6. I have not attended many since the new regime took over. After hearing the budget rationalizations, I know why. Items that…
Pittsboro, NC – Chatham County Tax Administrator Kep Kepley reminds Chatham residents that payment of 2016 property taxes is due by January 5, 2017 or interest will start to accrue. Residents can also expect to receive their 2017 personal property…