Bernalillo County Assessor expands tax resources
Bernalillo County announced that the Bernalillo County Assessor’s Office has improved online resources, such as the Tax Estimator and Uniform Parcel Code (UPC) tool, to enhance accessibility for property owners and constituents. The Tax Estimator offers property tax liability estimates based on sales price and the UPC tool aids in the precise tracking and management of property data according to a press release by Bernalillo County.
"By enhancing accessibility and linking the UPC to the tax estimator, these tools empower a potential buyer to make an informed decision about the purchase of their next home," Bernalillo County stated.
Bernalillo County revealed that the Greater Association of Albuquerque Realtors (GAAR) subsidiary, Southwest Multiple Listing Service, Inc. (SWMLS), has produced an informative video highlighting the connection between the Uniform Parcel Code (UPC) and the tax estimator tool. This tool is designed to assist real estate professionals and property owners in efficiently searching for properties and using the tax estimator according to a press release by Bernalillo County.
“We are overjoyed to see the Assessor’s Office taking proactive measures to make their resources more accessible,” says GAAR President, Carrie Traub, according to a press release by Bernalillo County. “This not only benefits our realtor community but also serves the broader public by promoting transparency and understanding of property tax processes.”
“These online enhancements increase access to information property owners need before buying their next home,” says Assessor Damian R. Lara according to a press release by Bernalillo County. “We will continue to work together to better serve our community.”
The Office of the County Assessor in Bernalillo County is responsible for assessing the value of taxable properties, including homes, businesses, and other assets. This office also maintains transparency, trust, and public service while updating technology and policies. The County Assessor's main responsibilities include identifying taxable property, determining its value for taxation, and listing these values on the assessment roll, along with applying relevant exemptions. However, they do not calculate tax bills, collect property taxes, establish tax laws, or set property appraisal rules according to the Bernalillo County Assessor's website.
