Wilbanks & Gouinlock

Wilbanks & Gouinlock specializes in property tax consulting services for Atlanta-area homeowners and commercial property owners. With deep knowledge of Georgia's property tax laws and assessment procedures, they help clients challenge unfair valuations and reduce their annual tax burden. The firm handles both residential and commercial property tax appeals, focusing on thorough valuation analysis and strategic protest filing. Their experience with local tax assessors and understanding of market conditions allows them to identify properties that are overassessed and build compelling cases for tax reduction.

Their property tax services include comprehensive assessment reviews, formal tax appeals, and valuation disputes. They analyze your property's assessed value against comparable sales data and market trends to identify potential overassessments. For commercial properties, they examine income and expense data, vacancy rates, and cap rates to determine fair market value. The team handles all aspects of the appeals process, from initial filing to hearing representation. They prepare detailed evidence packages including property inspections, market analysis reports, and expert testimony when needed. They also provide ongoing consultation for property improvements, exemptions, and tax planning strategies. Their residential services cover single-family homes, condos, and investment properties, while commercial work includes office buildings, retail spaces, industrial facilities, and multi-family properties.

The process starts with a free property assessment review to determine if your taxes can be reduced. They'll analyze your current assessment, compare it to similar properties, and explain your options. If they find grounds for appeal, they'll gather supporting documentation including property inspections, market data, and comparable sales. They handle all paperwork and deadlines for formal appeals, representing you at hearings if necessary. Throughout the process, they keep you informed of progress and negotiate with assessors to reach favorable settlements when possible. Most cases resolve without going to formal hearings.

Serving all of metro Atlanta including Fulton, DeKalb, Gwinnett, Cobb, and Cherokee counties. They're familiar with each county's assessment practices and appeal procedures. Their local knowledge extends to neighborhood market conditions and assessor preferences, giving clients an advantage in the appeals process.