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Are Property Taxes Included in Your Mortgage Payment?

Published 2026-09-09 Last reviewed 2026-09-09 By Lisa C Hamilton, REALTOR®

Quick Answer

Property taxes may be collected as part of your monthly mortgage payment when the loan has an escrow account. The servicer then uses those funds to pay property taxes when due.

FIXED RATE DOES NOT MEAN FIXED TOTAL PAYMENT

This is a huge misconception.

A fixed-rate mortgage fixes the interest structure of the loan.

It does not freeze taxes, insurance or HOA dues.

Buying a Newly Built Home

Be particularly careful with estimated property taxes on new construction.

Historical tax information may reflect vacant land or incomplete improvements rather than the future tax obligation on the completed home.

Before Buying

Ask your lender for a realistic total payment estimate.

Use the true monthly payment calculator to break out every component.

Lisa can help identify property-specific factors that should be considered.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can taxes increase?

Yes.

Does the lender control taxes?

No.

Are HOA dues included in mortgage escrow?

Typically they are paid separately, though lender underwriting considers them.

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Lisa C Hamilton, REALTOR® with THE Brokerage, A Real Estate Firm®

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Lisa C Hamilton, REALTOR®, NV License S.168195

Lisa C Hamilton is a Las Vegas Valley REALTOR® affiliated with THE Brokerage, A Real Estate Firm®, helping buyers, sellers, investors, and relocating clients across Clark County and Greater Las Vegas with local market knowledge, property research, and direct personal representation. She is a REALTOR®: she handles the real estate side of your transaction. Individualized mortgage advice comes from an appropriately licensed lender.

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Lisa can help identify property-specific factors that should be considered, including HOA and new-construction tax questions.

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