[Peazoup]

I'm wondering if someone could give me information on property taxes. I called the tax office in Sumter County and spoke with a young lady who just couldn't answer all my questions. She said that taxes are based on assessed value times a mill rate of 13.5843%. When I said that I understood that property taxes were based on the purchase price of a home, she said no. I asked what percent of the fair market value the assessed value was, she didn't know. The Villages real estate agent told me 1% of purchase price, but I've heard others say it's closer to 2%. Does anyone out there know for sure? Thanks for any info!