PROPERTY TAX APPEALS
New Jersey property owners face some of the highest property tax burdens in the country. When a property is overassessed, owners may be paying more than their fair share. A successful property tax appeal can result in meaningful tax savings for both residential and commercial property owners.
UNDERSTANDING PROPERTY TAX ASSESSMENTS
Property taxes in New Jersey are based on the assessed value assigned by the municipality. When the equalized value of a property exceeds its fair market value, the resulting assessment may be inaccurate and subject to appeal.
FILING DEADLINES
In most New Jersey municipalities, the deadline to file a property tax appeal is April 1. Different deadlines may apply in municipalities undergoing a revaluation or reassessment. Missing the applicable deadline generally results in the loss of the right to appeal for that tax year, making timely review critical.
HOW WE CAN HELP
At The Law Office of Frank E. Ferruggia Jr. LLC, we review potential property tax appeals to determine whether there are reasonable grounds to proceed. Property tax appeals require a careful evaluation of valuation issues and supporting evidence, and not every assessment warrants filing an appeal.
When a matter is appropriate for appeal, we assist clients by:
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Working with qualified appraisers to establish evidence of overvaluation
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Preparing and filing the appeal
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Representing clients before the County Tax Board or New Jersey Tax Court, as appropriate
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Negotiating with municipal tax assessors and attorneys
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Presenting the case with the goal of achieving a fair and supportable outcome
LEGAL FEES
Most property tax appeal matters are handled on a contingency fee basis, meaning no legal fee is owed unless a reduction in the assessment is achieved. Hourly fee arrangements may also be available depending on the nature of the matter.
CONTACT US
The property tax appeal process in New Jersey can be complex and fact specific. To discuss whether your property may be a candidate for appeal, contact The Law Office of Frank E. Ferruggia Jr. LLC at (862) 246-6496 or through our contact page.