Property tax appeal appraisals
If your assessment looks high, an independent appraisal gives the Board of Review a documented value to weigh. In Michigan, boards hear appeals in March, and if the board does not fix the value, the residential deadline to file with the Michigan Tax Tribunal is July 31 of the same year (Grand Traverse County).
Order before your hearing
Assessment notices arrive ahead of the March Board of Review. Send us the address and your hearing date when you order so the report is in hand in time.
What the board sees
The report shows the sales Julie used, where they are and how each was adjusted. A reviewer can check every comparable, which is what makes it more useful than a list of asking prices or an online estimate.
Common questions
Can I appeal without an appraisal?
Yes. Owners can bring other evidence. An appraisal adds a licensed appraiser's documented opinion of value, which gives the board or the Tax Tribunal something concrete to weigh.
What if I missed the March Board of Review?
For most residential owners the March board is the required first step. Check with your township or city assessor about your options before ordering.