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SPECIALISTS IN PROPERTY TAX APPEALS

Property Tax Appeals

SFL Valuation Services, Inc. is a valuation consulting firm that represents corporate clients in property tax appeals and reductions across the nation. Mark L. Pelletier, CMEA, CSBA, RM, SRA has the most experience and competitive edge in appeal services, bar none. With over 30 years of experience in the industry and multiple professional designations, Mark has held the position of Special Magistrate, the judge in tax appeal hearing cases, for over 14 years.

PERSONAL PROPERTY vs. TANGIBLE PROPERTY

Your personal property assets are typically taxed significantly above fair market value for many reasons:

1. Tangible property is very difficult to value correctly for tax purposes.
2. Taxing authorities have a limited amount of time to properly value.
3. Mass appraisal techniques are outdated and have no connection to real fair market value.

Tangible tax bills are based on your fixed assets. Many businesses often report assets that are not considered taxable. Depreciation schedules for federal tax purposes do not always present a clear picture of actual assets that should and should not be taxed by the county. Experience has shown that somewhere between 25 to 45% of fixed assets recorded by a business entity are being improperly reported and taxed.

Did you know that fewer than 6 to 9% of all business property owners ever attempt and try to get a reduction in their taxes? 98% of the business property owners we have represented to date, have benefited and had a successful tax reduction! Current market conditions have a significant impact on the assessments. Using state of the art techniques, 30 years of experience in valuation and 14+ years as a special magistrate, I can confidently reduce your tax burden and save you money.

PROCESS

The primary objective is in achieving the lowest tax assessment while utilizing our invaluable experience. SFL Valuation Services, Inc. designs and implements a superior ad valorem tax program for your company through research and preparation of your appeal documents. Your appeal will be represented by well trained and qualified tax specialists to work directly on your behalf.

TYPES OF PROPERTY REVIEWED

We offer property tax assessment appeals and value negotiations to companies such as, but not limited to:

  • Publishing
  • Telecommunications
  • Restaurants
  • Resorts
  • Medical, Veterinarian, Dental and Imaging Facilities
  • Assisted Living Facilities
  • Condominium Developments
  • PUD Developments
  • Resorts
  • Construction Equipment, all types
  • Printing
  • Manufacturing
  • Amusement
  • Sports

Please contact us for an initial consultation regarding property tax appeals.

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