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Bexar County Property Tax 2026: Due Dates, the November 30 Half-Payment and Four Payment Plans
When 2026 Bexar County property taxes are due, why paying half by November 30, 2026 avoids penalties on the rest until June 30, 2027, the quarter and 10-month plans for seniors, disabled owners and disabled veterans, the free eCheck and 2.10% card fee, and what each late month costs.
LegalBexar County Small Claims Court: Four Justice Courts, a $54 Filing Fee and $92 Constable Service
How to sue for up to $20,000 in a Bexar County justice of the peace court: the four precinct courts and their addresses, the 2026 fees ($54 to file, $92 per defendant for constable service, $22 for a jury, $64 to appeal), new fees coming January 1, 2027, free mediation, the 14-day answer deadline and the 21-day appeal.
FitnessFree Workouts in San Antonio: Salado Creek, Leon Creek, the Mission Reach and a $10-a-Month City Gym
Where to exercise in San Antonio for free or close to it: the Salado Creek and Leon Creek greenways (with the current closures), the Mission Reach trail past the Spanish missions, the city's Barrera Community Fitness Center from $25 a year for seniors, and Government Canyon State Natural Area's 40 miles of trails and hunt-day closures.
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- Bexar County Property Tax 2026: Due Dates, the November 30 Half-Payment and Four Payment Plans
- San Antonio Homestead Exemption: Filing With the Bexar Central Appraisal District, and What Each Unit Takes Off
- San Antonio Property Tax Rate 2026: The Six Bexar County Rates Plus Your School District
- San Antonio Rental Assistance: The Monthly One-Hour Application Window, Free Eviction Lawyers and Other Help
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