A tax, usually ad valorem, charged on the basis of the fair market value of property. The scope of taxable property varies by jurisdiction and it may include personal property in addition to real estate.
Money paid to the government other than for transaction-specific goods and services.
A burdensome demand.
A task exacted from one who is under control; a contribution or service, the rendering of which is imposed upon a subject.
To impose and collect a tax from (a person or company).
To impose and collect a tax on (something).
To accuse.
To make excessive demands on.
To examine accounts in order to allow or disallow items.