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Hello Andrew,

Thanks for the follow-up, and all you have shared makes sense based on my long history of studying property taxation in Indiana. The DLGF is the state entity that oversees all County assessment and taxation activity, and I understand that it appears that their method or diligence in determining the "market based assessment" has shifted. All the information you have shared as a result of your meeting attendance is very helpful. I agree with your personal conclusions on property taxation as a violation of the natural right of ownership and liberty to maintain ownership. Property rights are the foundation of this tyranny, but in my personal investment and experience, the state has no sincere "remedy" for their tyranny. I have noted that there has been some substantive efforts in other states, like Texas, to battle shifts in appraisal methods and direct the litigation on opposition to budget methods and general abuses of local government finance prudence. Again, thanks for the follow-up.

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