Will I be assessed more for my decorating and/or landscaping?

Your tax assessment will not be greater because the interior of your home is elaborately decorated and furnished. Assessments are based only on the real property and not on your personal belongings. The same holds true for shrubbery and landscaping.

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1. What is a Revaluation?
2. Why a Revaluation?
3. What are the benefits of a Revaluation to me as a property tax payer?
4. How are the values established?
5. Why an inspection of properties?
6. What can I expect during a visit by an inspector?
7. How long will an inspection take?
8. Will I be assessed more for my decorating and/or landscaping?
9. What if I am not home?
10. Can I refuse entry to the field inspector?
11. When will your inspectors be in my neighborhood?
12. Can I schedule an appointment in advance?
13. My property has unique conditions which affect its value. What should I do?
14. If the assessed value of my property increases because of the re-valuation, will my taxes automatically increase?
15. Why do some homeowners pay more taxes after a revaluation and some pay less?
16. When will I be notified of my new assessment?
17. What are my neighbors' assessed values?
18. Who can I talk to about my value?
19. When will I find out the results from my informal hearing?
20. Is there an official appeal process if I still disagree with my value?
21. Can I have a copy of my appraisal?
22. What is the difference between assessed value and market value?