Tax
Compulsory charges levied by a governmental unit for the purpose of raising revenue.
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Ad Valorem Taxes
A tax based on the assessed value of an item, such as real estate or personal property. The most common Ad Valorem Taxes are property Taxes levied on real estate. The Latin phrase ad valorem means “according to value.” All Ad Valorem Taxes are based on the assessed value of the item being taxed.
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Special Assessment
A charge imposed against properties in a designated district in respect of special benefits received by those properties from the construction of nearby or adjacent public improvements, separate and apart from the general benefit accruing to the public at large.