Veterans Reminded to Check for Property Tax Savings

Photo Credit: Getty Images Signature Assessor’s Office to host two events for vets in coming weeks On Veterans Day, Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi reminds veterans that they may be eligible for property tax-saving exemptions that reduce their tax bills.& “Today, we honor the sacrifice and service of millions of American veterans throughout our nation’s history,” said Assessor Kaegi. “Here at the Cook County Assessor’s Office, we are committed to assisting our veterans in any way that we can.”& The Assessor’s Office processes 10,000 exemptions for veterans annually. Veterans who believe they may have been eligible for a past exemption can file for a Certificate of Error dating back to 2019.& The Assessor’s Office will participate in two events for veterans this month, during which we will offer one-on-one assistance:& Tuesday, November 19, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. with Alderman Gil Villegas (36th Ward), 6560 W. Fullerton Ave. Unit C118, Suite A, Chicago, IL 60707. Sign up for an appointment in advance at https://bit.ly/ccao1119. Monday, November 25, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. with Cook County Commissioner Donna Miller (5th District), 15440 S. Central Ave., Oak Forest, IL 60452. Sign up for an appointment in advance at https://bit.ly/ccao1125. The Assessor’s Office...