By some estimates, 60% of private property in the United States is over assessed for tax purposes. In such cases, It is possible for the commercial or industrial property owner to save hundreds of dollars a year –year after year -- in taxes by successfully appealing their property assessment. But because challenging a property tax assessment is an arduous process, in terms of both time and expertise, many property owners continue to pay rather than suffer through an appeal. This despite the fact that their chances of obtaining a lower rate on appeal are quite good. And despite the fact that a lower assessment can also favorably affect other entities - such as special improvement districts, water districts, sewer districts, fire districts, community college districts, and soil and water conservation districts – whose fees to property owners are based on the tax board’s property assessment.

The key to a successful property assessment appeal lies in obtaining the services of a highly qualified professional, preferably one with years of experience in your own geographical area, and a track record of success with the local tax board. We are pleased to convey that Tierra Properties’ John Philbin meets all these qualifications.

John has 35 years of experience in assessment appeals. The first two decades were spent as Deputy County Assessor for Los Angeles County. For the last 15 years, John has been on the other side of the fence, assisting property owners in contesting over assessments. John does his homework down to the last detail. Then he researches the opposing position, and finds its flaws. His success rate in contesting high assessments has been exceptional.

Here are a few examples of the types of Los Angeles property valuation cases John has appealed:

This wide-ranging experience helps account for his success in the tax courts. We invite you to give John a call and arrange a meeting. He would be happy to discuss the likelihood of a favorable tax reassessment for your property.

For more information, contact John Philbin: phone (310) 477-3192, email philbin@tierraproperties.com.

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