American Property Tax Counsel

Recent Published Property Tax Articles

Onerous Property Tax Requirements Proposed

True to campaign promises, the new Cook County assessor has proposed sweeping legislation that borrows the most burdensome tax requirements and penalties from jurisdictions across the country. But will this enhance transparency or simply saddle taxpayers with inaccurate assessments and the need for costly appeals?

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PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS TO PROTEST TAX ASSESSMENTS IN TEXAS

Learn best practices for meeting property tax deadlines and handling property tax appeals.

Beset by ever-increasing tax assessments, Texas property owners are allowed to seek a remedy by protesting taxable property values set by appraisal districts. The property tax system can be intimidating, however, and the process is complex and fraught...

How Office Owners Can Help Lower Sky-High Property Tax Assessments

The American Property Tax Counsel argues that if a property tax assessment is premised on a uniform per-square-foot value, rental rate or vacancy rate for all office properties in a metro area, the assessor is likely going to overlook distinguishing factors in submarkets that could benefit building owners.

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Nevada Property Tax Representative

Mr. Bancroft provides advice and representation to clients on the application of taxes imposed by Nevada and its local governments. He advises clients on the tax treatment of proposed developments and transactions....