If your property tax assessment seems too high, you may have grounds to appeal — and an independent, professional appraisal is often the most effective tool you have to make your case.
Property taxes in Washington are based on the assessed value assigned by your county assessor. When that value doesn’t reflect what your property is actually worth in the current market, you are likely paying more than your fair share. The appeal process varies by jurisdiction, but in most cases a credible, USPAP-compliant appraisal from an independent third party carries far more weight than any evidence you can assemble on your own.
We can provide appraisals specifically prepared for property tax appeals across the Puget Sound. When you hire us for a tax appeal, you are commissioning an independent appraisal. We conduct our own analysis from start to finish. That independence is exactly what makes the report persuasive. If your property has been overvalued, our independent conclusion will carry far more weight than informal comparisons or your own research.
We are also available to testify on your behalf if your appeal requires a formal hearing.
Whether you are a property owner, attorney, or CPA dealing with an assessment you believe is too high, we are easy to reach and happy to talk through whether an appraisal makes sense for your situation before you engage us.
Contact us today at 206-632-2333 or joshua@witherellre.com.