This article will provide readers with the latest updates concerning the Allegheny County property assessments.
Judge R. Stanton Wettick has denied a request to automatically lower hundreds of thousands of property assessments. Here is what happened.
A: By being more prepared and understanding the rules of evidence and law. The school districts of Allegheny County are now filing 2010 assessment appeals ag
What is best for Allegheny County residents? The Allegheny County Tax Assessment experts - Flaherty & Fardo - weigh in.
Allegheny County has announced that the property tax assessment formal appeal deadline for the City of Pittsburgh and Mount Oliver has been extended from Feb
In January 2023, the Common Level Ratio for Allegheny County dropped to 63.6%, giving many commercial and residential owners a reason to review their assessments for the 2023 tax year.
Since 2004, School Districts have been aggressively filing property appeals against property owners. Their target has primarily been recent home buyers.
It is a long wait and almost always means there will be multiple years at issue by the time the case is finally called. Learn how to navigate this stressful
Everyone knows the property tax assessment system - notably in Allegheny County - is broken and unfair. Properties are often overvalued for a variety of reas
We've outlined the top 10 mistakes made by property owners in their property tax appeal: to keep you from hurting your chances of winning your hearing and ge
This article will provide readers with the latest updates in the Allegheny County assessment appeals process.
Allegheny County is notorious for its messy property tax policies. When it’s time for property assessments in Allegheny County, property owners are placed un
This article will provide readers with the latest updates from both the Washington and Allegheny County assessment of property taxes.
While buying a home in Allegheny County has a variety of perks, it’s no secret that the Allegheny County Tax Assessment system is a mess. Here are two tips
A common question from our clients is whether or not they need an appraisal for their Allegheny County property tax assessment appeal. The not-so-simple answ
Have a PA School Property Tax Appeal Hearing coming up? Not sure how to prepare, or what to do? Here is some basic information from Flaherty & Fardo.
With the way Allegheny County has handled its recent tax assessments, something has to change soon, and we have the solutions.
Breaking down the difference between formal, and informal Allegheny county tax appeal hearings and what you can expect from each.
Allegheny County’s new website for the release of the 2012 Allegheny County property reassessment values will prove frustrating and more difficult for proper
While the drama continues, the Allegheny County Tax Assessment experts, Flaherty & Fardo, are here to keep you filled in on all the latest happenings.
This article will help property owners understand the most important ways to help defend property tax appeals filed by School Districts in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania.
This year, in 2022, thousands of Allegheny County property tax assessment appeals were filed by by both taxing entities and commercial and residential property owners. This article explains how property owners can lower their Allegheny County Property Taxes.
In April 2012, the Pennsylvania House passed a bill calling for a moratorium on court-ordered reassessments. We explained why it should not, and likely would not, stop Allegheny County's reassessment.
In 2010, Allegheny County owners could argue their appeal using either the 2002 base year or current market value. Here is how that worked, and why we urged owners to act before the 2012 reassessment.
Clean & Green lets qualifying farm and forest land be assessed at its use value instead of market value. Here is who qualifies, when to apply and what happens if the use changes.
In early 2011, fighting the court-ordered reassessment was politically popular in Allegheny County. We argued the County should instead move forward with safeguards for taxpayers.
In 2012, our review of new Allegheny County assessments found most recent buyers in affluent communities assessed below what they paid. Here is what we saw and why it mattered.
As of July 2010, Allegheny County planned to reassess roughly 580,000 properties. Here is what owners expected then and why many planned to appeal.
In September 2012, formal assessment hearings were in full swing in Allegheny County. Here is where things stood, and two mistakes we saw owners make again and again.
In 2012, Allegheny County let some commercial owners skip the first-level hearing and go straight to the Board of Viewers. Here is how it worked, and why we usually advised against it.
In August 2012, Allegheny County released results from the informal reassessment appeals: about 47% of homeowners and 70% of commercial owners won reductions.
In early 2011, we explained why some Allegheny County owners could benefit from appealing before the 2012 reassessment took effect. Here is that strategy and the lessons that still apply.
In 2012, school districts were appealing assessments of recently sold homes. These are the ten tips we gave owners then, and the lessons that still hold up.
Your tax bill starts with your assessed value. Here is how market value, the base year and the three appraisal approaches shape that number.
If a school district has appealed your assessment, it may ask to come onto your property or into your home. Here is what to think about before you answer.
In February 2010, homeowners sued Allegheny County, the City and two school districts seeking refunds after the 2002 base year was ruled unconstitutional. We agreed in principle but doubted refunds would follow.
By June 2012, more than 68,000 informal and 100,000 formal appeals had been filed in Allegheny County's reassessment. Here is where hearings stood and what the court required.
In March 2013, many Allegheny County owners who had won assessment appeals received tax bills at their old, higher values. Here is why, and the options we gave clients.
In late 2010, reports revealed that some workers collecting data for Allegheny County's 2012 reassessment had licensing problems. Here is what happened and why it mattered.
In early 2013, the County challenged more than 2,800 property tax exemptions and the City of Pittsburgh targeted UPMC. Here is how Pennsylvania's charity test applied.
In January 2013, as new values took effect, Allegheny County, the City and Pittsburgh Public Schools proposed lower millage rates. A second appeal window was proposed, and owners filed a class action.
As of December 2010, Allegheny County said its court-ordered reassessment was on schedule, despite fired assessors and equipment problems. Here is where things stood.
For a Decade straight, Flaherty Fardo Rogel & Amick, LLC Partner Nicole Amick has been recognized for her excellence in property tax appeals and Pennsylvania real estate law. First recognized in 2013 as a Super Lawyer Rising Star, this is the 10th consecutive year Attorney Amick has received this distinguished honor.
A judge has ordered Allegheny County's first countywide reassessment since 2012, with new values due by June 30, 2032. Here is the timeline, what it means for your taxes, and five steps every property owner should take now.
Allegheny County property taxes are outdated and unfair and it is time for a reassessment in Allegheny County or to end school district tax appeals.
Property tax attorney and partner Nicole Amick discussed the current state of property tax assessments and appeals in Allegheny County.
Property tax attorney Nicole Amick delves into the current complexities of property tax appeals in Allegheny County
We discuss a recent case involving an Allegheny County School District's motion to prevent property owners from continuing 2023 appeals
Property tax attorney Nicole Amick talks about why right now may be the best time to appeal your Allegheny County property taxes
Allegheny County elections and the pros and cons of reassessment
BREAKING NEWS! FFRA property tax attorney Nicole Hauptman Amick talks about the most recent delays in Allegheny County Property Tax Appeals
If you are a property owner in Allegheny County you need to hear this episode!
The latest news about the state of property assessments in Allegheny County with Partners Nicole Hauptman Amick and Bill Rogel.
The appeal period for 2022 has officially reopened. That means we can help you appeal both 2022 and 2023 tax assessments.
What are the best legal movies of ALL time? The I Strenuously Object Podcast gang takes a break with a game show!
Good News for Property owners who pay attention and want to lower their property taxes.
Part 2 of our Tax Appeals series, this episode is NOT for Dummies, but does explain in the simplest terms the entire tax appeal process in Allegheny C
Want to lower your Allegheny County property taxes? Make them an offer they can’t refuse!
The Allegheny County property assessment system is in complete chaos. Many experts believe it is one of the most unfair property tax systems in the co
