Property taxes are typically the single largest operating expense for any commercial enterprise. To remain competitive in today’s difficult economic climate, our firm recognizes that it is critical for our business clients to effectively manage and limit these expenses. Recent research suggests that over 25% of all business owners overpay on their property taxes annually. The recent economic challenges facing the Arizona landscape and the corresponding decrease in property values have made it more prudent to re-examine this area. Residential property owners might also benefit from appealing their property values given the continued and rapid decline in the residential real estate market. Accordingly, to help our clients save money and reduce their property tax burden; our firm has recently added an attorney experienced in real estate valuation and property tax appeals.
Deryck R. Lavelle has over 7 years of experience representing corporate and individual taxpayers in valuation and property tax disputes against State and local governments throughout the State of Arizona. His representation extends to office, retail, industrial, hospitality and multi-family residential property owners, oil and gas companies, those in the air and ground transportation industry, telecommunication and utility providers, real estate developers and agricultural owners. To date, he has successfully obtained property tax refunds in excess of $10 million for his clients. Deryck’s expertise in successfully advocating for reduced property values and lower property taxes may be of interest to our clients who own substantial real estate holdings in Arizona or those who simply wish to pay less in property taxes.
County Assessors throughout the State will shortly be mailing annual notices of valuation to all property owners. If you own property in Arizona and wish to reduce the amount you pay annually in property taxes, please contact Deryck directly at (480) 991-9077, or via email dlavelle@legalcounselors.com. We are glad to have him as part of our firm, and available to assist our clients who have need for his unique area of practice.
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