The Davison Back Tax Lawyers

Property Tax Consultant in Boston, Massachusetts

(617) 221-76121159 Dorchester Ave, Ste 3, Boston, MA 02125View on Yelp

About The Davison Back Tax Lawyers

The Davison Back Tax Lawyers focuses on property tax appeals and assessment challenges throughout Boston and surrounding areas. Our team understands that property taxes represent one of your largest annual expenses, and we're committed to ensuring you pay only what's legally required. With years of experience in Massachusetts property tax law, we've helped hundreds of homeowners and commercial property owners reduce their tax burden through strategic appeals and valuation challenges. We take a data-driven approach, analyzing comparable properties, market conditions, and assessment methodologies to build strong cases for our clients.

Services

Tax Law

How They Can Help

We specialize in residential property tax appeals for single-family homes, condominiums, and multi-family properties. Our commercial property tax services cover office buildings, retail spaces, industrial properties, and investment real estate. We conduct thorough assessment reviews, comparing your property's assessed value to similar properties and current market conditions. Our valuation analysis service includes physical property inspections, market research, and preparation of detailed reports that support your appeal. We handle all paperwork and represent you at hearings before local assessors and the Appellate Tax Board. For ongoing clients, we provide annual assessment monitoring to identify potential savings opportunities each year. We also offer consultation services for property owners considering major renovations or improvements that might affect future assessments.

What to Expect

Your journey begins with a free consultation where we review your current assessment and recent comparable sales. If we identify potential savings, we'll conduct a detailed property analysis and gather supporting documentation. We then prepare and file your formal appeal with the appropriate authorities, handling all deadlines and procedural requirements. Throughout the process, we keep you informed of progress and next steps. If your case proceeds to a hearing, we'll represent you and present evidence supporting your position. Most cases resolve within 6-12 months, and we'll notify you immediately when a decision is reached.

Service Area

We serve Boston and all surrounding communities within a 25-mile radius, including Cambridge, Somerville, Newton, Brookline, and Quincy. Our familiarity with local assessment practices and market conditions across Greater Boston helps us achieve better results for clients in each municipality we serve.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if my property is overassessed?
Compare your assessed value to recent sales of similar properties in your area. If your assessment is significantly higher than comparable sales, you may have grounds for appeal.
What's the deadline for filing a property tax appeal?
In Massachusetts, you typically have 30 days from when tax bills are mailed to file an appeal. Missing this deadline means waiting until next year.
Do you charge upfront fees for appeals?
Most appeals are handled on contingency, meaning no upfront fees. You only pay if we successfully reduce your assessment, typically 35-50% of first-year savings.
How long does the appeals process take?
Most residential appeals resolve within 6-12 months. Commercial appeals may take longer due to complexity, often 8-15 months from filing to resolution.
Can I appeal my property taxes every year?
Yes, you can appeal annually if you believe your assessment is too high. However, we only recommend appeals when there's a reasonable chance of success.
What happens if my appeal is unsuccessful?
If we don't achieve any reduction in your assessment, you owe nothing under our contingency fee structure. There are no penalties for filing unsuccessful appeals.
Will appealing my taxes increase my assessment?
No, Massachusetts law prohibits increasing assessments during the appeal process. Your assessment can only stay the same or be reduced.
Do I need to attend the appeal hearing?
We typically represent you at all hearings, though your presence can sometimes be helpful. We'll advise you whether attendance would benefit your specific case.

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