Pridgeon & Zoss

Pridgeon & Zoss has served Edina and surrounding communities for over 20 years, focusing exclusively on property tax matters. We understand that successful appeals require more than just disagreeing with your assessment. Our team combines detailed market knowledge with strategic legal thinking to achieve meaningful tax reductions for both residential and commercial clients. Our boutique approach means every client receives personalized attention and customized strategies. We don't use cookie-cutter approaches because every property and situation is unique. This attention to detail has built our reputation as one of the most effective property tax practices in the western suburbs.

We provide comprehensive property tax services from initial assessment analysis through final resolution. Our residential services include single-family home appeals, townhome and condo assessments, and luxury property valuations where standard approaches often fall short. We're particularly skilled with properties that have unique features or market conditions that complicate standard assessment methods. For commercial clients, we handle office buildings, retail properties, industrial facilities, and investment properties. Our team understands cap rate analysis, income approaches, and the complex factors that influence commercial property values. We also assist with property tax planning for new developments and major renovations that might trigger reassessment.

Our process begins with a detailed property evaluation and market analysis to determine if an appeal has merit. We research recent comparable sales, analyze current market trends, and identify any assessment errors or unique property characteristics that support a lower valuation. If we proceed, we gather comprehensive documentation and prepare detailed presentations. We represent clients at all levels of the appeal process, from informal discussions with assessors through formal hearings before appeal boards. Our preparation includes mock presentations and witness preparation when necessary. We maintain close communication with clients throughout the process and provide realistic expectations about outcomes and timing.

We primarily serve Edina, Minnetonka, Eden Prairie, and other western suburbs of Minneapolis. Our detailed knowledge of these communities' real estate markets, development patterns, and assessment practices gives us significant advantages. We understand how local factors like school districts, development pressures, and neighborhood trends affect property values in each area we serve.