--- title: Are You Overpaying on Your Washoe County Property Taxes? File Your Tax Cap Claim Before June 15 description: Ensure you're not overpaying on Washoe County property taxes by filing the Tax Cap Claim Form before June 15. Save money by securing the lower tax cap for primary residences. image: https://blog.livinginsouthreno.com/hubfs/Property%20Tax%20Cap.png --- [![Logo](https://blog.livinginsouthreno.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Logo.png?width=1500&height=500&name=Logo.png "Logo")](https://www.livinginsouthreno.com/) Open main menu Close main menu - [Buyers](https://www.livinginsouthreno.com/buyers) - [Sellers](https://www.livinginsouthreno.com/sellers) - [Current Listings](https://www.livinginsouthreno.com/current-listings) - [Contact Us](https://www.livinginsouthreno.com/contact-us) [Real Estate Taxes](https://blog.livinginsouthreno.com/tag/real-estate-taxes) [Homeowner Tips](https://blog.livinginsouthreno.com/tag/homeowner-tips) # Are You Overpaying on Your Washoe County Property Taxes? File Your Tax Cap Claim Before June 15 ![Ken Angst REALTOR®, P.E. Nv Lic S.168655](https://app.hubspot.com/settings/avatar/4d8aeb5e1542057ee25a8b3a3a947d18) [Ken Angst REALTOR®, P.E. 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Nevada law limits how much your property taxes can increase each year, but **the cap depends on how your property is classified**: - **Primary Residence** → Tax increases capped at **3% annually** - **Investment/Secondary Property** → Capped at **8% annually** That 5% difference can mean **thousands of dollars in extra taxes** each year. But here’s the catch: If you **don’t file the form**, your home is **automatically taxed at the higher 8% rate** — even if you live in it full-time. ## Am I in the 3% or 8% Tax Cap? A lot of homeowners aren’t sure which cap they’re currently under. Here’s how to find out: 1. Visit the **Washoe County Treasurer’s website** 2. Search for your property using your address or parcel number 3. Check your **current tax cap rate** — it’ll show 3% or 8% 🚨 If you see 8% and your home is your **primary residence**, you need to act fast. ## How to File Your 2025–2026 Tax Cap Claim Form The process is simple, but it’s **crucial to do it before June 15, 2025**. Here's what to do: 1. File your Tax Cap form online from the **Washoe County Assessor's Office** [Tax Cap/Abatement Information](https://www.washoecounty.gov/assessor/taxcap/index.php) 2. Fill it out — you’ll confirm your home is your primary residence 3. Submit it before the deadline Once it’s filed and accepted, your property will be taxed at the lower **3% primary residence rate** for the upcoming year. ## Real Stories: What Happens if You Miss It? We’ve seen far too many homeowners forget this step — and it’s costly. One Reno couple paid **over $1,400 more** in property taxes last year because their home was incorrectly classified as a rental. Another Sparks homeowner lost their 3% cap after moving in but never submitting the claim form. And if you're buying or selling? Not filing could mean a **surprise tax bill** for the new owner — or a deal falling through due to unexpected costs. ## Who Should File This Form? - New homeowners in Washoe County - Longtime residents who’ve never submitted a claim - Buyers and sellers looking to confirm their property’s tax status - Landlords converting a property to a personal residence ## Don’t Wait — The Deadline Is June 15 After June 15, 2025, your property will be locked into its current classification for the 2025–2026 tax year. Whether you’re looking to save money or avoid a frustrating mistake, filing this form is a **no-brainer**. 📺 **Watch our full video guide here**: 👉 [Washoe County Property Tax Cap 2025/26 | Are You Paying Too Much?](https://youtu.be/ZzILFINg_WM?si=__UNcFsZaViehHoH) ### Need Help or Have Questions? I’ve helped dozens of homeowners sort this out — I’m happy to help you too. 📲 Call or text: **775-525-0309** 📧 Email: [**ken@livinginsouthreno.com**](mailto:ken@livinginsouthreno.com) 🌐 Visit: [**livinginsouthreno.com**](https://www.livinginsouthreno.com/) Let’s make sure you’re not paying more than you should! 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