 TITLE: How to Save Money on Property Taxes CONTENT: The Bottom Line\n---------------\nWhile it can be nerve-wracking to navigate the property tax hikes that accompany rising property values, take comfort in knowing it's a side effect of your home becoming more valuable. If you have a mortgage on the property, your equity stake is likely increasing as well.\nIf you eventually decide to harvest those gains and buy another home—one with more room to grow, perhaps, or maybe a sensible downsize—make sure to spruce up your credit for your next mortgage application as you prep your property for sale, and enjoy the benefits of property appreciation. You can check your Experian credit report and score for free to see where you stand. END