You get the best results when you provide proof that comparable properties recently sold in your area are below your assessed value if you go through the County Assessor’s Office, which is a free service. With property values going down these days I would say that it is imperative to check this out yourself or find a reputable company that will help you with it.
There are companies that are saying they will guarantee saving you money by going through them. Some of these companies charge around 45% of the first year on tax savings to as much on the first 2 years, and for some people it is definitely worth it. Not everyone has the time to go down to the County Assessor’s office let alone even know where to begin finding out what properties in their area are selling for.
Of course, one of the best ways to find out what houses are selling for in your area is to visit Redfin.com often to keep tabs on the current market value. With house values dropping off so much these days, homeowners deserve to get some kind of property tax break!
REAL ESTATE TERMINOLOGY:
Corner Influence – The increase in value of a property because it is located on a corner lot.
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