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InvestigateTV+: Finding a solution for rising house costs
By Michael Buckner at KGNS — Sitewide
· June 22, 2026
· 2 min read
(InvestigateTV) — Homeowners temporarily hand over their deeds in hopes of saving thousands of dollars on property taxes. InvestigateTV+ takes an in-depth look at how they say it helped save their family legacies. Then, a content creator finds herself staring in an ad she never made, and now, she...
Key takeaway For longtime homeowner Barbara Bailey, that meant her property taxes shot up more than 50 percent.
Why this matters in The Laredo
The issue of rising house costs is particularly relevant in Laredo , where property values have been increasing in recent years. As homeowners in other parts of the country, such as Kansas City, are finding creative solutions to mitigate the impact of soaring property taxes, Laredo residents may be wondering if similar programs could be implemented locally. The city's own efforts to address affordable housing and support low-income homeowners will be worth watching in the coming months. Meanwhile, the story of a content creator being targeted by a deepfake scam serves as a reminder that Laredo residents, like others nationwide, need to be vigilant about protecting their online presence and reputation. As the city continues to grow and develop, it will be important for local leaders and residents to stay informed about innovative solutions to pressing issues like housing affordability and online security.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: KGNS — Sitewide ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? (InvestigateTV) — Homeowners temporarily hand over their deeds in hopes of saving thousands of dollars on property taxes. InvestigateTV+ takes an in-depth look at how they say it helped save their family legacies. Then, a content creator finds herself staring in an ad she never made, and now, she...
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