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FAQ's for Arizona

1. How do I begin? + Show Answer

   Simply return to the Home Page and click on "Appeal Now!" next to "for Arizona". Complete the online fillable forms and sign them. Email, fax or surface mail them to us. We will then contact you if we need anything else. Once your Order has been processed, we will confirm this by email. It couldn't be simpler for you!!

2. After I send in my two forms, what's next? + Show Answer

   If you send your two forms to us by email, we will confirm receipt shortly after your email arrives. In all cases, after your forms are received and processed, we'll confirm by email. It couldn't be simpler for you!!

3. Should I appeal my property tax every year? + Show Answer

   Yes! Various un-biased, "third party" sources recommend that you check your property valuation each year. These include Consumer's Reports, USA Today, The Wall Street Journal, Money Magazine and others. Even if your property value decreased or didn't change, we strongly recommend you ask TaxDetective to lower your property tax. Since 1997, our experience has shown that owners who consistently ask us each year to file an appeal end up with lower property taxes.

4. Are there up-front fees? + Show Answer

   Generally no. Tax Detective's business is lowering property taxes.

5. How accurate is the Assessor's valuation of my property? + Show Answer

   It depends. In Arizona, the Assessor is responsible for appraising all real properties each year. A Mass Appraisal System is used and valuations are set according to approximate market value. Sales of similar properties are used to determine market values. Given the allowable time and resource constraints, this is a challenge. In times of uncertainty and changing market values it is very difficult.

6. Are there filing deadlines? + Show Answer

   Yes. See Arizona Deadlines for further information.

7. Are there late fees? + Show Answer

   A late fee may be charged if all the requested materials are not sent to TaxDetective by the deadline.

8. Why does TaxDetective say "estimated" property tax savings? + Show Answer

   In Arizona, when TaxDetective's work is complete, we use the most current tax rates to calculate the property tax savings. These are generally the tax rates for the previous tax year. While tax rates vary by jurisdiction from year to year, they usually don't change dramatically. TaxDetective has a long-standing policy of refunding any difference providing it agrees with the calculations submitted by a property owner. Refund requests must be submitted within one year of the date shown on the Notice of Decision.

9. May I appeal non-residential properties? + Show Answer

   Yes! We welcome all types of properties.

10. May I appeal more than one property? + Show Answer

    Yes! It is best to have us analyze the valuations of all the properties you own. You may use one set of forms for all properties providing they are all in Arizona. For properties in other states, return to the Home Page and choose another state.

11. May I appeal properties in other states? + Show Answer

    Yes! TaxDetective works in other states. Please return to the Home Page and choose another state.

12. How do I pay TaxDetective? + Show Answer

    You may pay by credit card or check. Please visit Pay Bill to pay by credit card or Contact TaxDetective for our mailing address.

13. When do I pay TaxDetective? + Show Answer

    You pay us after we are successful in lowering your property tax. When our work is complete and we have lowered your property valuation and therefore your property tax, we will send you an invoice along with supporting documents. You can expect to receive these in the Fall season of the year in which your appeal is filed. Please see About Arizona.

14. What about the property tax bill that I recently received? + Show Answer

    The property tax bill that you just received is for this year. The property taxes shown on this bill are calculated using the original valuation (or revised valuation from a successful Appeal) sent to you last year. This valuation along with the tax rates of the various governmental jurisdictions determine the property taxes due in this bill. For a more thorough explanation of your Property Tax Bill, Click Here." .

15. Why did my property taxes go up after TaxDetective successfully lowered my property value? + Show Answer

    Property taxes are calculated from two components: the property valuation and the tax rates set by every government jurisdiction. For a more thorough explanation of your Property Tax Bill, Click Here.

16. What if I have other questions? + Show Answer

    Please check other places on our website first. If you do not find your answer, please contact us with your question by sending us an email at support@taxdetective.com. Please include your phone number and your parcel address. If your question isn't answered on our website and we cannot answer your question by email, we would be happy to talk with you.