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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 »

Spring has Sprung! Let’s celebrate the fact that the 2025/26 property tax grievance filing season is behind us and think about getting out and about in the bright, balmy weather! There are plenty of fun, affordable, family-oriented events and festivals happening on Long Island in May; here are a bunch to get you started: May… Read more »

The March 18, 2024 deadline for filing property tax grievances in Nassau County for the 2025/26 tax season has come and gone. Hopefully, you’ve submitted yours. If you’ve filed on time, congratulations! As we’re all aware, Nassau County ranks among the highest taxed counties in the nation and you’ve taken meaningful steps to reduce your… Read more »

The powers that be in Nassau County have done its residents a favor by extending the annual deadline to file a property tax grievance to March 18, 2024. (Before this extension was granted, the deadline for challenging one’s 2025/26 assessment was March 1st). Having an extra 18 days to file a grievance gives homeowners some… Read more »

We hope you and your family had a joyous holiday season, and we wish you the best for 2024. In this article, we’ll give you a quick look back at 2023, and provide you with a heads-up about things that will happen in early 2024 that you should know about and act upon. Looking Back… Read more »

Thousands of homeowners in Nassau County – especially the elderly and those with low to moderate incomes – are struggling with Nassau County’s high cost of home ownership, which is among the highest in the nation. Fortunately, the law provides seniors – and people with disabilities – a chance to reduce their tax bills by… Read more »

October is a beautiful, colorful month here in the Northeast, but also a month of reckoning for Nassau County homeowners, because it’s when they receive their 1st Half School Tax bills for the 2023/24 tax year. Getting one of these bills can be a bit of a shock, because School Taxes represent such a big… Read more »

We hope you had a wonderful summer and are looking forward to the joys of the Fall season. We’ve had a busy summer here at Maidenbaum, getting everything ready so that we’re fully prepared to handle your property tax grievance for 2025/26. (BTW it’s now well past September 1st– which means you’re in the clear… Read more »

We hope you’ve had a wonderful summer 2023 and are enjoying August’s balmy weather while it lasts. (By the way, if you’re looking for something fun to do during Summer’s remaining days, please read our two recent blog articles: It’s Time for Summer Fun on Long Island! and Exploring Long Island’s Unique Wildlife Preserves). Because… Read more »

Long Island has a rich and diverse population of wildlife and is home to some great wildlife preserves where you can enjoy the wonders of nature without venturing too far from home. Here are some peaceful places on our wonderful island where you and your family can experience nature this summer without traveling too far… Read more »

With Summer 2023 upon us (and the 2024/25 tax grievance filing season concluded), it’s time to look at some of the great ways you can enjoy yourself here on Long Island in the next few months. You can have tons of fun on our beautiful island even if you’re on a tight budget; while not… Read more »