Henson and Efron

Henson and Efron brings decades of legal expertise to property tax consulting in Minneapolis and surrounding areas. Our team combines litigation experience with deep knowledge of Minnesota property tax law to deliver effective assessment appeals and tax reduction strategies. We understand that property taxes represent a significant expense for homeowners and business owners alike. That's why we focus on thorough analysis of your property's assessment, identifying opportunities for legitimate tax savings. Our approach combines legal expertise with practical understanding of local assessment practices to achieve meaningful results for our clients.

Our property tax consulting services include comprehensive assessment reviews for residential and commercial properties throughout the Twin Cities metro area. We handle formal appeals to county boards of equalization, presenting compelling evidence to support reduced valuations. Our team conducts detailed comparable property analyses, examining recent sales data and market conditions that affect your property's assessed value. For commercial clients, we provide specialized services including income approach valuations, highest and best use analyses, and appeals for specialized property types like industrial facilities and retail centers. We also assist with tax increment financing district issues and special assessments. Residential clients benefit from our expertise in homestead classifications, agricultural property designations, and senior citizen property tax deferrals. We maintain current knowledge of Minnesota property tax law changes and assessment methodology updates to ensure our strategies remain effective.

Your property tax consultation begins with a comprehensive review of your current assessment and recent tax statements. We analyze comparable sales data, property characteristics, and local market conditions to identify potential appeal opportunities. If we determine your property is over-assessed, we'll explain the appeal process and timeline. We handle all paperwork filing and communication with county assessors on your behalf. For formal appeals, we prepare detailed evidence packages including professional appraisals when necessary, comparable property analyses, and market condition reports. Throughout the process, we keep you informed of progress and explain any decisions or settlements reached with tax authorities.

We serve property owners throughout Hennepin County, Ramsey County, and the greater Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area. Our familiarity with local assessment practices and county-specific procedures in these jurisdictions allows us to provide targeted, effective representation. While we focus primarily on the Twin Cities metro area, we also handle select cases in surrounding Minnesota counties where our expertise in state property tax law can benefit clients with unique or high-value properties.