How it Works
1. Enter your address.
Submit your address and we’ll check if you’re overpaying.
2. Answer a few quick questions.
Answer a few simple questions with no upfront fees.
3. Sit back and save.
Our team manages everything so you save without any hassle.
You've got questions? We've got straight answers.
Can I appeal on my own? Why should I hire an attorney?
Yes, you may file an appeal on your own, however, HouseAppeal.com monitors and analyzes your assessment every year and prepares the best case possible using proprietary technology designed specifically for appealing your assessment. HouseAppeal.com consists of a team of attorneys and paralegals focused on researching, preparing and filing appeals. We make appealing easier for you by carrying out the work on your behalf.
What types of properties does HouseAppeal.com handle?
Single-family homes
Apartment buildings
Multi-family
Commercial
Industrial
What is the fee?
We charge a contingency fee of 33% based on the first year’s tax savings. If there are no savings, there are no fees.
What information is needed to appeal?
Entity/Ownership of the property
Address of the property
Property Identification Number (PIN). This can be found on your tax bill, or you can search for this using our online tool.
Contact information
How long will my appeal take?
Decisions typically issue 3-5 months after the appeal deadline.
I missed my appeal deadline — what do i do?
Cook County: If you missed the Assessor deadline, an appeal may still be possible with the Board of Review.
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Lake County: Unfortunately, you will have to wait to appeal in the following year.
Can I appeal in a non-reassessment year?
Yes, you may file an appeal every year within an assessment cycle. When you sign up with HouseAppeal.com, we will automatically monitor and, if necessary, attempt to achieve a new or additional property tax reduction.
How are my property taxes calculated?
Assessed Value x Equalization Factor x Tax Rate = Property Taxes
The appeal was successful, why are my property taxes higher?
Your taxes are lower than they would have been, but for the appeal. However, reasons may include:
Assessments typically increase in reassessment years
The Tax Rate and/or Equalization Factor may have increased
Why is my neighbors' property tax less than mine?
Your neighbors’ property tax could be lower based on several factors:
- Difference in the property classification code
- Age of the property
- Size of the property
- Location of the property
- Applicable Exemptions- Homeowner, Senior, Senior Freeze, etc.