Professional & Financial Services, Inc

Professional & Financial Services, Inc has been helping Illinois property owners reduce their tax burden for over two decades. Our team specializes in property tax appeals and assessment reviews, with extensive experience in Cook County's complex assessment procedures. We understand that property taxes can represent a significant expense for both homeowners and business owners. Our approach combines detailed market analysis with thorough knowledge of local assessment practices. We've successfully handled thousands of appeals, securing millions in tax savings for our clients. Whether you're dealing with a residential overassessment or complex commercial property valuation issues, we provide personalized service tailored to your specific situation.

We offer comprehensive property tax consulting services designed to maximize your savings potential. Our residential property tax protest service includes assessment review, market analysis, and formal appeal preparation. For homeowners, we examine your property's assessed value against comparable sales and current market conditions. Our commercial property tax services cover office buildings, retail spaces, industrial properties, and multi-family housing. We perform detailed valuation analysis using income, cost, and sales comparison approaches. Assessment review services include challenging incorrect property classifications, disputing square footage calculations, and identifying assessment inequities. We also handle tax reduction consulting for properties with special circumstances like environmental issues, vacancy problems, or economic obsolescence. Each case receives thorough documentation and professional presentation to maximize your chances of success.

Your property tax appeal process begins with a free consultation where we review your assessment and property details. We'll analyze recent comparable sales, examine your property's characteristics, and determine if an appeal has merit. If we proceed, we gather supporting documentation including market data, property inspections, and relevant economic factors. We prepare and file all necessary paperwork with the appropriate assessment office within required deadlines. Throughout the process, we keep you informed of progress and represent you at hearings if needed. Most appeals are resolved within 3-6 months, and you'll receive detailed updates at each stage.

We serve Cook County and surrounding collar counties including DuPage, Lake, Will, and Kane counties. Our primary focus covers Chicago and its suburbs, with particular expertise in municipalities like Oak Park, Evanston, Schaumburg, and Naperville. We're familiar with local assessment practices and maintain relationships with assessors' offices throughout the region. Distance isn't a barrier since much of our work can be handled remotely.