Frequently Asked Questions
What is the deadline to appeal?
The process starts with filing a
PT-50R Taxpayers Return of Real Property. You are not appealing last years
property taxes. In effect you are telling the county that the assessment
is not correct for this years property taxes. The deadline to file is
April 1 in all Georgia Counties except Bibb, Butts, Chatham, Clarke, DeKalb,
Gwinnett, Hall, and Newton in which the deadline is March 1.
What areas do you serve?
GA Property Tax Appeal serves the following counties:
Banks, Barrow, Bartow, Butts, Carroll,
Cherokee, Clarke, Clayton, Cobb, Coweta, Dawson, Dekalb, Douglas, Fannin,
Fayette, Floyd, Forsyth, Franklin, Fulton, Gilmer, Gordon,
Gwinnett, Habersham, Hall, Haralson, Henry, Jackson, Jasper, Lumpkin,
Morgan, Murray, Newton, Oconee, Paulding, Pickens, Polk, Rabun, Rockdale,
Spalding, Stephens, Towns, Union, Walton, White, and Whitfield Counties (including
all cities in these counties).
You may
email special request from a different county to be considered
click here.
I own vacant land, commercial property, rental property, or a home that is not in a subdivision. Can you help me?
Our service focuses
primarily on homes in subdivisions. For all non-subdivision properties,
click here to email a request.
Will you appeal and represent individuals or
homeowners in an entire subdivision if requested?
Yes we do. Please
click here to email for more information.
How do you qualify to help me with my property tax appeal?
We have
been in the Real Estate industry since 1990 and bring years of experience with
property tax records, liens, deeds, comparables, and many other courthouse
related aspects associated with real estate, investing and brokerage. Some of
our other real estate accomplishments are:
www.TheProgressiveGroup.com
www.NorthMetroREIA.com
www.TheREIANetwork.com
www.BuddyCorbin.com
How do you decide the value of a property?
We analyze the information you give us to determine the best approach. In most cases the value approach is most beneficial. If you do not agree with our sales data you will have the knowledge to use data from other sources in your appeal. We utilize the most comprehensive databases available. These include census data, housing sales indexes, comparable sales, assessment data, assessment equalization studies and building cost data. In addition, we have developed a proprietary computerized logic algorithm which, primarily through statistical tools, indicates a best-case outcome of a valuation appeal. We return at that value. Settlement valuation is more subjective, and is based on a multitude of factors.
Can I communicate with you by telephone or mail?
After your packet is completed and emailed to you, a representative will contact you by phone. If you have any questions at that point they will be able to help you. For questions prior to ordering our service, please
click here to email.
I've heard that if I appeal my assessment, the valuation would be frozen for the next two years. Is that true?
It is common practice for property assessments to stay in effect for a total of 3 years but there is no guarantee. In theory, your house could be assessed again next year. In practice, however, we have found that most assessors will not reassess you again for three years.
I understand that I can continue my appeal after the Board of Equalization hearing to the Superior Court. Does your service include that?
The information we provide equips a homeowner to appeal their property taxes up through the Board of Equalization (BOE) appeal.
My assessed value has risen sharply. Is this grounds to appeal?
No it is not. An appeal cannot be based on how much your property taxes has risen. Property Tax appeals must be based on Value, Taxability, or Uniformity. We cover all of this in the educational portion of this product after purchase.
Do I have a good chance of winning my appeal?
Yes. Housing values have declined sharply.
What if the value you return is not high enough to warrant an appeal?
There is no guarantee that your property will assess at a lower rate than the current value.
Is there a refund if the appeal does not provide a lower assessment of my property?
A large portion of this service is the training of the actual appeal process. We provide in-depth training with your purchase including an instructional video explaining the entire process with all the forms and letters you will need. Our assessors use all of the current data to do the best job possible assessing your property but there are neither guarantees nor refunds given if your property does not assess to your satisfaction. With the education you receive you will be able to apply any comparable sales to the appeal, whether you use our sales or another source.
Is $99 the total cost?
Yes there are other services out there that advertise a
low rate but when you read the fine print they have additional fees up to 1/3 of the savings. Our purpose is 2 fold; we not only want to give you the information you need to appeal your taxes but also the knowledge to appeal it yourself. The education you will receive from this process will help you from this point forward.
How much time do I have?
Your deadline to file is Either March 1 or
April 1 depending on your County - Check our FAQ for your deadline! (DEADLINE TO
REGISTER WITH OUR SERVICE IS 3 DAYS BEFORE YOUR DEADLINE!
Call 770-310-3782 after deadline to confirm availability). To fill out the 5 minute application,
click here!
Do you file my appeal for me?
Our $99 product provides the
homeowner the tools necessary to appeal your own property taxes. The cost
to represent a homeowner in the appeal is much higher and quoted on a case by
case basis.
Click here to be contacted about this option.
How do I get started?
Sign up today!
– Your deadline to file is Either March 1 or
April 1 depending on your County - Check our FAQ for your deadline! (DEADLINE TO
REGISTER WITH OUR SERVICE IS 3 DAYS BEFORE YOUR DEADLINE!
Call 770-310-3782 after deadline to confirm availability)
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