It's Property Tax Time in Texas.

I hate to be the bearer of not-so-great news, but it's time for those pesky property tax bills again. For those of you living in Brazoria, Galveston and Harris Counties, you may have received yours already. Home owners in Alvin, Manvel and Pearland will receive one bill which includes all of the taxes levied on your property. It even includes the MUD tax which is assessed in some of the newer subdivisions in Pearland and Manvel (Shadow Creek Ranch, Silvercreek, Southern Trails, and other). An explanation of the MUD tax is a subject unto itself! If you're a resident in the city of Friendswood (Galveston County), you'll receive 2 different property tax bills. One will come from Galveston County and includes the taxes levied by the county and the city of Friendswood. Friendswood ISD sends a separate statement with school taxes only. If you're unsure about what to do with these various tax statements, call your mortgage company and the city or county tax office. They'll be sure to let you know exactly how and when your taxes should be paid.