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(Plus a Recap of Key 2025 News for Nassau County Homeowners)  2025 was an important year for Nassau County property taxes. Some developments brought welcome relief, while others highlighted the urgency for homeowners to take control of their rising property tax bills during a period of broader increases in living costs.   Here’s what happened, and what it means… Read more »

If you’re a homeowner in Nassau County, you’ve probably heard about the property tax grievance process, and maybe even wondered if it’s worth pursuing. The truth is, filing a grievance can be one of the simplest and most effective ways to reduce your property tax bill.  But with so many new companies popping up, it’s… Read more »

As we all know, property taxes in Nassau County are among the highest in the nation, and these taxes, for many homeowners, represent the single largest contributor to the total cost of home ownership. Unfortunately, even modest increases in assessed values or tax rates can strain a household budget to the breaking point. The good… Read more »

Nassau County homeowners are already bracing for rising school bills, county taxes, and the unexpected expenses that always seem to pile up. Luckily, since September 1, 2025, Nassau County homeowners can authorize Maidenbaum to file their property tax grievance for the 2027/28 tax year.   Acting early makes all the difference, because waiting too long could… Read more »

We hope you’re enjoying these last long days of summer and are looking forward to cooler weather ahead. (If you’re looking for something fun to do, please check out our recent articles on Budget-Friendly Music Events on Long Island and 12 Great One-Day Micro-Vacations on Long Island (Updated for 2025) right here on the Maidenbaum… Read more »

As part of its continued commitment to serving and strengthening the Nassau County community, Maidenbaum Property Tax Reduction Group has donated a multi-use training structure designed to serve as both a House of Worship and a Courthouse to the Nassau County Police Department Foundation’s newly unveiled Police Training Village in Nassau County. The state-of-the-art Training… Read more »

We hope you’re having a fabulous Summer 2025 on Long Island. We also hope inflation isn’t putting too much pressure on your wallet (and if it is, check out our recent article, 12 Great Micro-Vacations on Long Island (updated for 2025) on the Maidenbaum blog).  One great thing about Long Island is its impressive lineup… Read more »

Long Island is much more than just a place to live; it’s a destination to explore. Whether you’re looking for serene nature, cultural enrichment, historic immersion, or offbeat thrills, these micro‑vacations pack a lot into a single day and won’t put a big dent in your summer vacation budget.   Below are 12 thoughtfully curated trips… Read more »

Let’s face it — summer on Long Island is amazing, but it can get expensive. Between gas, food, tickets, and parking, those sunny beach days and family outings start to add up fast.  Good news: you don’t have to choose between fun and your finances. Whether you’re looking for ways to enjoy nature, take in… Read more »

The April 1, 2025 deadline to file a property tax grievance for the 2026/27 tax year has passed. If you submitted your grievance on time—great job! Nassau County has some of the highest property taxes in the nation and by filing, you’ve taken a smart step toward lowering your tax bill – a major component… Read more »

Nassau County homeowners have been given extra time to challenge their property tax assessments! The deadline to file a property tax grievance for the 2026/27 tax year has been officially extended to April 1, 2025—a month later than the original March 3rd deadline. This extension is a big deal, as it gives homeowners additional time… Read more »

Nassau residents now have a bit more time to file a property tax grievance for the 2026/27 tax year, with the Assessment Review Commission having now extended the deadline to April 1st. Take advantage of this opportunity—here’s why it’s a no brainer to file with Maidenbaum:  No Risk, All Reward  In Nassau County and throughout… Read more »

We hope you and your family had a wonderful holiday season, and we wish you the best for 2025. January is here, which means it’s the start of the tax grievance filing period in Nassau County. The deadline to file is April 1, 2025, so you only have a few weeks left to get your… Read more »

We hope you and your family are enjoying the holiday season, and we wish you the very best for 2025. In this article, we’ll give you a quick recap about relevant property tax developments in 2024 and provide a heads-up about things that will happen in early 2025 that you should know about and act… Read more »

As we all know, Nassau County’s property taxes are among the highest in the nation. Fortunately, there are numerous exemption programs that can reduce your property tax liability; the bad news is that the deadlines for applying for them are fast approaching. So don’t delay – participating in these programs can save you a lot… Read more »

October is a vibrant and colorful month in the Northeast, but for homeowners in Nassau County, it’s also a time of reckoning, as they receive their 1st Half School Tax bills for the 2024/25 tax year. These bills can come as a shock, given that School Taxes make up a significant portion—over 60 percent—of the… Read more »

September is a time of returning — to school, perhaps to a busy job, and to an accelerated pace of life. For Nassau County homeowners, September is also a time of action — September 1st is the first day that residents can grieve their residential property tax assessments (and we highly recommend that you let… Read more »

We hope you’re having a fun, memorable summer and are looking forward to the cooler days that lie just ahead. Because September – the kick-off of the 2026/27 tax grievance season – will soon be upon us, it’s time for an update on what’s new in the world of Nassau County property taxes. Expect to… Read more »

Summer on Long Island — with its pristine beaches, lush parks, and vibrant communities — can be a magical time. However, as we all know, the rising cost of living and entertainment can sometimes put a damper on our summer plans. Fear not! There are many ways to enjoy all that Long Island has to… Read more »

Inflation – that silent, stealthy robber of wealth – is still a problem for the U.S. economy and it’s likely a problem for many Nassau County residents as well. According to the Consumer Price Index maintained by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, prices for a broad range of goods increased 0.3 percent in April… Read more »