05/19/2025
Notice:
📬 2025–2026 Property Reassessment: What You Need to Know:
In Missouri, the state Constitution mandates that property taxes be based on a property's market value—essentially, what it would likely sell for in today's market. Additionally, it requires that similar properties be assessed uniformly, ensuring fairness and consistency across the board.
Our office has completed the reassessment process for the 2025–2026 cycle. This means we've reviewed all properties in the county to ensure assessments are up-to-date and equitable.
📬 What to Expect
If your property's valuation has increased, you'll receive a Change of Assessment Notice in the mail. These notices were sent out Friday May 16th and should be in mailboxes starting today. By state law, we are required to notify property owners of any increase in their property's valuation.
🗣️ Disagree with Your Assessment?
If you believe your property's assessed value is too high, there is an appeal process available:
1. Informal Appeal
Contact our office as soon as you receive your Change of Assessment Notice. You can schedule an informal meeting over the phone or in person to discuss how your assessment was determined and the factors considered. Many concerns can be addressed at this stage.
2. Formal Appeal
If you're not satisfied after the informal meeting, you can file a formal appeal with the Board of Equalization. The deadline for filing Is July 14th 2025. https://www.casscounty.com/2161/Assessor
3. Missouri State Tax Commission
If you're still not satisfied after the Board of Equalization's decision, you can appeal to the Missouri State Tax Commission. The deadline for filing is usually September 30 or 30 days after the Board's final decision, whichever is later.
Cass County Senior Citizens Property Tax Program Notice:
If you’re part of the Cass County Senior Citizens Property Tax Program (SB190,SB756), please know that
the notice you received only covers any increase in your property ASSESSMENT. This does not affect
your frozen tax amount.
However, if you’ve made any new improvements to your property—like adding a pool, deck, barn, or other
structures—your property tax might go up. These changes could impact your overall tax, even if your tax
amount is frozen.