We Asked the County Assessor EVERYTHING (What Local Agents Need to Know About Property Taxes)

This one hits close to home... literally.In this episode, we’re sitting down with Michael Castellon—someone who’s not only been part of Paige's journey from the very beginning, but now plays a major role in how our local community is assessed and taxed.If you’re an agent in the St. Joseph County area, or a homeowner trying to make sense of your tax bill, this is a conversation you need to hear.We’re breaking down what’s actually happening behind the scenes:– Why your clients’ property values are increasing– What the assessor’s office really controls (and what they don’t)– Why taxes can still go up, even if assessments go down– What agents should know about appeals (and how to guide clients through them)– How local budgets, referendums, and market trends are impacting our communityPlus, we get into the bigger picture: what’s broken in the system, what’s changing, and how it all affects us as agents working in this market every day.Whether you’re helping buyers, listing homes, or just trying to better educate your clients, this episode will give you clarity you didn’t even know you needed.Pour a drink, take a breath, and let’s talk about it!