Eleven Answers To Tax Grievance questions for Long Island Home Owners...
From now through March 1, 2014, you can apply for a tax grievance in Nassau County.
From now through May 20th, 2014, you can apply for a property tax grievance in Suffolk County.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the property tax year?The tax year is December 1st through November 30th.
How long does it take to reduce my property taxes?The grievance process can take between one to two years to finalize.
When is the best time to file a grievance?The best time to apply for a grievance is today!
How far back will the reduction be retroactive?The reduction is retroactive to the tax bill the grievance was filed for. ie: If a reduction is finalized in April of 2013 but was submitted May 2012, the reduction is retroactive to December 2012.
Will anyone from the assessor’s office come to my house?No one from the assessor’s office will come to your home.
How often should I apply for a tax grievance?Every year. As long as you did not win a reduction in small claims court the previous year, you may be entitled.
Who can file a tax grievance?A person named in the records of Suffolk County Clerk as a homeowner, that person's authorized agent, a person who has contracted to buy the home, or the estate of a deceased homeowner.
Do my neighbors’ taxes have anything to do with my property taxes?No. If a neighbor has lower property taxes than you, it may mean that they are under assessed.
My house is up for sale; why should I file a property tax grievance?High property taxes are not attractive to any potential buyer. To help entice potential buyers we can supply a letter stating an estimated reduction for homes that are for sale.
Will filing a grievance raise any red flags?Even if you are under assessed – they cannot raise your assessment unless they reassess the entire area. There is ABSOLUTELY no down side to filing a grievance.
At RE/MAX Wittney Estates we advise our clients to hire a professional to do their tax grievance for them. They have many years of experience and in most cases can tell you if the town will approve you for the tax grievance before you apply with no cost to you. Contact us for a list of local professionals that specialize in property tax reductions.
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