Property Tax Appeal Appraisals Pay Your Fair Share, Not More
Independent home values to support your property tax appeal in Connecticut or Florida.
Connecticut and Florida Work Differently
Always confirm the exact date with your town assessor or your TRIM notice.
Usual deadline to file with your town's Board of Assessment Appeals. Some towns extend to March 20. It must be received by the deadline, not just postmarked.
- Homes are assessed at 70% of market value as of the last revaluation
- Hearings are usually in March
- Next step if you disagree: Superior Court
From the date your TRIM notice was mailed in August, to file a petition with your county's Value Adjustment Board. The exact date is printed on the notice.
- An informal meeting does not pause the deadline
- New buyers often see a jump after a sale
- Next step if you disagree: circuit court
Is Your Assessment Too High?
Your property tax bill is based on what your town or county thinks your home is worth. Those values come from mass appraisal, where thousands of homes are valued at once, often without anyone stepping inside. Mistakes happen. If your assessment looks high, an independent appraisal gives you real evidence for an appeal.
What Our Appraisal Gives You
- A market value as of the right date for your state
- The comparable sales we used, with clear adjustments
- Photos and a description of your home's condition
- A report you can present to the board
We prepare the appraisal. We don't file appeals or give legal advice, but our report is built to be easy to present.
When an Appeal Makes Sense
Appeals are most common after a revaluation, after you buy a home, or when your home has issues the assessor didn't see, like an outdated interior or needed repairs. An appraisal shows you the real number so you can decide whether an appeal is worth it.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I order the appraisal?
As early as possible. Deadlines are strict, and the report usually takes a few business days after the visit.
Is an appeal worth it?
It depends on how far off your assessment is. An appraisal shows you the real number so you can decide.
Do I need an attorney?
Many homeowners appeal on their own. Some use an attorney or tax consultant. Either way, the appraisal is your key evidence.
How much does a tax appeal appraisal cost?
It depends on the home. You get a clear quote before we start.
Meet the Appraisers
A mother and daughter team carrying on three generations of appraisal experience.
Catherine Hall
Certified Residential Appraiser, Owner | NY, CT, FL LicensedCatherine began her appraisal career in 1993, working alongside her mother, Joan Davies. Today she owns Heritage Valuation Group, and her USPAP-compliant reports are relied on by homeowners, attorneys, lenders, and the IRS.
Madeline Hall
Certified Residential Appraiser | CT LicensedMadeline represents the next generation of the family business. She pairs modern market insight with a detail-oriented approach, so every report is thorough, accurate, and easy to understand.
Think your assessment is too high?
Serving homeowners, attorneys, and lenders across Connecticut and Florida.