Montana Property Tax Assessment Update + 2026 Tax Law Changes Explained

Описание: Montana Property Owners – This video covers critical updates you need to know for 2025 and beyond.

The State of Montana has recently reassessed home and property values across the state. If you’ve received (or are about to receive) your new assessment, this video will walk you through how to review it — and what to do if you think it’s inaccurate.

We also break down new tax laws passed in May 2025 (House Bill 231 & Senate Bill 542) that significantly increase taxes on second homes, vacation properties, and short-term rentals starting in 2026.

📝 Topics Covered:
What your new property assessment means

How to file a protest within the 30-day deadline

Where to download protest forms for Flathead & Lake Counties

How to gather comparable property sales

How Montana residents can qualify for Homestead tax rates

New property tax rates for second homes & non-owner-occupied properties

What buyers need to know before purchasing in Montana

🔗 Helpful Links:
📍 Flathead County Protest Info:
https://flatheadcounty.gov/department...

📍 Lake County Protest Form:
https://www.lakemt.gov/DocumentCenter...

📍 Homestead Form Instructions:
[Insert link once known]

📍 Montana Legislature Property Tax Overview:

House Bill 231

Senate Bill 542

⚠️ Taxpayer Alert:
Property tax bills from previous years may not reflect what you’ll owe in 2026 — especially for second homes and investment properties. Reach out if you need help reviewing your assessment or pulling comparables — we’re here to help!