I’ve always felt that property taxes were some of the most equitable to tax citizens. Folks that own a big house, big car, pay the most. Those that are frugal and live within their means, certainly not above it, pay less. Plus typically, those in larger houses are in larger houses because of 2 or more kids. Of course, not always - but it’s a trend.
While I do agree, pnh102 brings up a valid point in regard to recent trends of skyrocketing real estate taxes.
In the county where I live reassessments were done last year and the increase (or decrease) will be reflected in our June tax bill. We appealed our assessment because it tripled the value of our property, yet the bank says it it is only worth double the previous assessment, but I digress.
The county is only permitted to see a 1% increase in real estate tax collections due to reasswessment, so while there are going to be increases pretty much across the board, the basic tax rate itself will most likely be cut so as not to go over the max permissible.
I guess what I’m saying is that my personal circumstances clouds my judgement in regard to property taxes. I don’t like taxes anymore than anyoe else, but I am also realistic enough to understand that a certain amount of government services are needed and they have to be funded in some manner.