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Still time to apply for NC property tax relief

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ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Are you 65 or older? Permanently disabled? Having trouble paying your property taxes? You may be eligible for property tax relief through a North Carolina program.

State law provides tax assistance for low-income seniors, disabled homeowners and disabled veterans — or their unmarried surviving spouses.

Property owners must apply for the Property Tax Exclusion programs before June 1.

Buncombe County officials urge local property owners to see if they qualify. To learn more, click here or call a tax specialist at 828-250-4915.

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