Nauman, Smith, Shissler & Hall

Nauman, Smith, Shissler & Hall has served Pennsylvania property owners for over three decades, specializing in property tax appeals and assessment challenges. Their experienced team understands the complex assessment process and works directly with county officials to secure fair property valuations for both residential and commercial clients. The firm takes a data-driven approach to property tax reduction, analyzing comparable sales, market conditions, and assessment methodologies. They've successfully reduced property taxes for thousands of clients across central Pennsylvania, from single-family homes to large commercial complexes. Their attorneys combine legal expertise with deep knowledge of local assessment practices.

The firm offers comprehensive property tax appeal services starting with free assessment reviews to identify potential savings opportunities. They handle formal appeals before county assessment boards, presenting detailed market analysis and comparable property data to support valuation challenges. For commercial properties, they conduct thorough income and expense analysis to demonstrate appropriate market values. Residential services include homestead exemption applications, senior citizen discount filings, and assessment appeals for properties affected by market downturns or physical damage. They also provide ongoing assessment monitoring to catch increases that may warrant future appeals. The team handles all paperwork, deadlines, and hearing appearances, keeping clients informed throughout the process. Their commercial division specializes in complex valuation issues for retail, office, industrial, and multi-family properties.

The process begins with a comprehensive property assessment review, analyzing your current valuation against recent sales data and market trends. If potential savings are identified, they'll prepare a detailed appeal package including property inspections, comparable sales analysis, and supporting documentation. They handle all filing requirements and represent you at county hearings. Most residential appeals resolve within 3-6 months, while commercial cases may take 6-12 months depending on complexity. The team maintains regular communication throughout the process and provides updates on case progress. If the initial appeal isn't successful, they can pursue additional legal remedies through the court system.

Nauman, Smith, Shissler & Hall serves all of central Pennsylvania including Dauphin, Cumberland, Perry, Lebanon, and York counties. They're particularly active in Harrisburg, Camp Hill, Mechanicsburg, and surrounding municipalities. The firm has strong relationships with assessment offices throughout the region and understands local market conditions and assessment practices that affect property values.