What should I prepare for a telephone hearing?

Since the phone hearings can move quickly, it is best that you prepare and submit your information in advance.  Any information that supports your opinion is helpful.  Common examples include:

  1. A recent appraisal (within 12 months)
  2. Evidence of a recent sale of the property
  3. Recent sales of similar properties in the area
  4. Photos of the property’s physical condition
  5. Income, vacancy and expense data (for commercial or investment property)
  6. Discounted Cash flow data (for development land)
  7. FSA maps or other data showing different land use or soil types (Agricultural land)

The information can be uploaded to your assigned appeal after logging into the Online Appeal site, and clicking the “Manage Documents” link .

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1. Why has my valuation changed?
2. How has the COVID-19 environment affected the valuation process?
3. How does the Assessor’s office evaluate the real estate market?
4. How is my assessed value determined?
5. How do I schedule an informal hearing?
6. I need to discuss my concerns with an appraiser. How do I schedule a telephone hearing?
7. What if my property is assessed higher than I could sell it for?
8. Can I schedule a single telephone hearing for multiple properties I own?
9. How long does a telephone hearing last?
10. How long does the hearing last for each property?
11. What should I prepare for a telephone hearing?
12. How will I know if my value has changed as a result of my submitted information?
13. What if I still disagree with the valuation?
14. What is the role of my assessor in property taxes?
15. Can I leave feedback regarding the customer service in the Assessor’s Office?
16. What does Adjusted Sale Price on the Comparable Sales Report mean?