4/2/26 - Property Tax Scam, Rising Assessments, Tax Credit Truth, Income Tax, Referendums

Rob Kendall takes a deep dive into Indiana’s property tax system, using his own bill as a real-world example to show how everything he’s been warning about is now happening in real time. He explains how property tax bills work, why assessments drive everything, and how homeowners are effectively paying more based on rising valuations they never actually cash in on. In this episode of The Rob Kendall Show, Rob breaks down the so-called 10% property tax “credit” and shows why it was designed to give short-term relief while long-term costs continue to rise. By walking through the math step by step, he demonstrates how increasing assessments quickly eat away at that credit, meaning many taxpayers are already seeing smaller savings than advertised—and in just a few years, that relief could disappear entirely. Rob also explains how the system itself operates, from assessors determining home values to how those values are tied to neighboring property sales. He shares personal experiences challenging his own assessment and encourages homeowners to do the same, pointing out how errors and inconsistencies can directly impact what you pay. Looking ahead, Rob outlines what could be coming next, including new local income taxes beginning in 2029 and the likelihood of school referendums that could further increase costs. He argues that the current system isn’t about lowering taxes, but about shifting how and when you pay them while giving the appearance of relief. Throughout the episode, Rob challenges elected officials to defend the policy and invites them to explain the long-term impact on taxpayers, maintaining that everything he predicted is now visible in the numbers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices