How can I appeal my property taxes?

In the State of Washington, appealing the amount of taxes assessed on a property can be done by filing an Appeal of Property Value and Taxes with the board of equalization in the county in which the property is located. The appeal must be filed within 30 days of the date the property tax statement was issued. The following evidence should be submitted for review: • A completed appeal form • A copy of the property tax statement • Documentation to support the value of the property, such as recent sales of similar properties in the same area • Photos of the property in question and any documents that show improvements made • Proof of any exemptions and/or deductions claimed • A detailed list of any problems that are causing the property taxes to be higher than they should be The board of equalization will review the evidence submitted and, if it is found that the taxes assessed are too high, they will reduce the amount owed. If the appeal is denied, it may be possible to file an appeal to the State Board of Tax Appeals. It is important to carefully review the evidence submitted when filing an appeal and provide as much supporting documentation as possible. This will help ensure that the board of equalization has an accurate understanding of the situation so that a fair decision can be made.

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