Appleton Chase Cohen & London

Appleton Chase Cohen & London provides property tax consulting services throughout Chester County and the greater Philadelphia region. With offices in Phoenixville, they serve both residential and commercial property owners seeking to reduce their property tax burdens through strategic assessment appeals. The firm takes a methodical approach to property tax disputes, combining legal knowledge with market analysis to identify properties that may be over-assessed. They work with clients ranging from individual homeowners to large commercial property investors, tailoring their approach to each property's unique circumstances and the local assessment practices in different municipalities.

Their property tax services begin with comprehensive assessment reviews to identify potential savings opportunities. For residential clients, they handle single-family homes, townhomes, condominiums, and small rental properties. Commercial services extend to office buildings, retail centers, warehouses, and multi-family developments. The firm prepares formal appeals, conducts market research to support valuation arguments, and represents clients at assessment board hearings. They also provide consultation on assessment timing, helping clients understand when appeals are most likely to succeed based on market conditions and recent assessment cycles. Additional services include tax certificate reviews for real estate transactions and ongoing monitoring of assessment changes that might trigger future appeal opportunities.

Initial consultations involve reviewing your property's assessment history and comparing it to recent market activity in your area. They'll explain the local appeal process and timeline specific to your municipality, since procedures vary across Chester County jurisdictions. If an appeal appears worthwhile, they'll conduct detailed research including property inspections, comparable sales analysis, and review of assessment records. They handle all paperwork and deadlines, then represent you at hearings. The process typically takes 4-8 months from filing to resolution, though complex commercial cases may take longer depending on the evidence required and hearing schedules.

Serving Chester County primarily, with particular expertise in Phoenixville, West Chester, Downingtown, Coatesville, and surrounding townships. They also handle cases in adjacent areas of Montgomery and Delaware counties where assessment practices are similar. The firm understands the varying procedures across different municipalities and school districts that affect property tax appeals throughout southeastern Pennsylvania.