Property Taxes & Assessments
Citizens' Guide to Property Tax Bills
October 14, 2011
Each year I receive more requests from homeowners about how to navigate their property tax bill. In response, I have organized an easy-to-use guide that walks a homeowner through the steps the County took to determine each property tax bill. There is also information on how to appeal the assessed value of your home, and thus your taxes, with both the Assessor's Office and Board of Review. In addition, my office is available via email or phone to answer specific questions.
Citizens' Guide to Property Taxes.pdfHave questions? Email me at Info@BridgetGainer.com
Surveying Homeowners in Foreclosure
July 14, 2011
Are you going through a foreclosure? We want to hear from you. By taking a few moments to answer the electronic survey below you will help us determine how the County can better advocate and help you, others and the community.
Citizens' Guide to Foreclosures in Cook County
July 14, 2011
Learn more about foreclosures in Cook County and their effects. 
Land Banks: Frequently Asked Questions and Background Information
July 13, 2011
Want to know more about land banks? Land Bank FAQ's.pdf.
Creating a Land Bank: HB760
July 13, 2011
Read State Representative Karen Yarbrough's legislation for the creation of a land bank.
HB760
Addressing Vacant Properties in Our Communites
June 13, 2011
Alderman Pat Dowell (3rd Ward) introduced an ordinance on July 6, 2011 that would make banks responsible for maintaining properties that are foreclosed upon in neighborhoods across Chicago. Alderman Dowell explained importance of this ordinance: "This ordinance will work to ensure that entire communities are not left behind when individual properties are foreclosed upon. Banks will be responsible for keeping vacant properties from deteriorating while the foreclosure is in process, keeping them secure and keeping our neighborhoods intact."
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