‘How to Appeal Your Property Assessment' Tips:

1. Be Prepared!
   1. Your Assessor is aware of most properties in their district.
   2. They are aware of property condition, outstanding permits and past/future work.
      
2. Your best defense is a recent appraisal/CMA - within 3 - 6 months at most.
   1. Appraisal MUST be reasonable.
   2. Some foreclosures can be used for value but only if representative of area.
      
3. Take current sold information and other homes currently listed for sale.
   1. Again - be reasonable & realistic.
   2. Use only properties within your neighborhood.
      
4. Tax abatement possibilities:
   1. Some municipalities allow for a home that is uninhabitable to have a ‘stay' in their property taxes for a full year while rehab work is completed.
      
5. Your 2009 property assessment will be coming out anytime;
   1. NOTE at the bottom (usually in small print) will be the available dates you can make an appointment to petition with the Tax Board of Review.
      
   2. DON'T MISS THOSE DATES - It's the only chance you have until next year....

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