Every
August, property owners in Florida receive updated tax assessment figures from
the local tax authority. This is done through a Truth in Millage (TRIM) Notice.
The purpose of the TRIM Notice is to explain any proposed changes in the
millage rate of each taxing authority, and to inform the property owner of the assessed
value.
An
important procedure that is often overlooked by taxpayers is the property tax
petition. Specifically, local counties allow property owners to contest their
assessed value before an independent appeals board known as the Value
Adjustment Board.
However,
in order to be eligible for appeal, you must file for the petition prior to the
deadline established by your county. Please pay close attention to the
deadlines below for the local South Florida counties:
1) Palm
Beach County: September 15, 2017
2) Broward
County: September 18, 2017
3) Miami-Dade
County: Due date varies; date is listed on the actual TRIM notice.
The
failure to file a petition for appeal prior to the due date will result in the
loss of the ability to petition your assessment for the year. Since the dates
listed above are rapidly approaching, it is crucial that you file the petition
as soon as possible should you wish to appeal your property tax assessment. Should
you need assistance with your appeal, please call Morris Law Group for a
referral.
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