Craig A Peterson

Craig A Peterson brings over two decades of experience in North Dakota property tax law and assessment challenges to property owners throughout the Fargo-Moorhead metropolitan area. His practice combines real estate law expertise with tax appeal specialization, providing comprehensive solutions for both residential and commercial property tax disputes. Peterson's background in estate planning and real estate transactions gives him unique insight into property valuation issues that other tax consultants often miss. He's successfully appealed hundreds of assessments, achieving substantial tax savings for clients while maintaining positive working relationships with local assessment officials throughout Cass County and surrounding areas.

Peterson handles all aspects of property tax appeals including initial assessment reviews, informal conferences with assessors, and formal hearings before local boards of review. His residential services cover single-family homes, condominiums, townhouses, and agricultural properties, while commercial services include retail buildings, office complexes, industrial facilities, and multi-unit residential properties. Beyond basic appeals, Peterson provides property tax consulting for real estate transactions, helping buyers understand potential tax implications and appeal opportunities. He also assists with special assessments, tax exempt status applications, and homestead exemption issues. His estate planning background proves valuable when dealing with inherited properties and assessment disputes following ownership transfers.

Peterson begins with a comprehensive property and assessment analysis, reviewing recent tax statements, assessment notices, and relevant market data. He'll inspect your property to identify any factors that might support a reduced valuation and research comparable properties to build your case. If appeal grounds exist, Peterson prepares all necessary documentation and represents you throughout the process. He handles informal negotiations first, often resolving cases without formal hearings. When hearings are necessary, he presents compelling evidence and legal arguments to achieve the best possible outcome. Most cases conclude within 4-6 months.

Peterson serves Fargo, West Fargo, Moorhead, and surrounding communities throughout Cass County and the greater Red River Valley region. His practice extends to rural areas including agricultural properties in Clay, Richland, and Traill counties. He's familiar with assessment practices across multiple jurisdictions and maintains strong relationships with local officials.