I have had fire or storm damage to my house. Should I contact the assessor's office?
Yes, however depending on the extent of the damage and when it is repaired, you may or may not see a value/tax change. (Remember, the assessment is based "as of January 2" of each year.)

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1. Will my Estimated Market Value go up if I repair my property?
2. What if I don't let the assessor inside my house?
3. What can I do if I think the Estimated Market Value is too high?
4. Why has my value gone up?
5. How do I get my land surveyed?
6. What is the responsibility of the Assessor in the property tax system?
7. Does the Estimated Market Value increase at the same rate on all properties?
8. How do I schedule a review of my property?
9. How are my Real Estate taxes determined?
10. I haven't changed anything. Why do you have to come to my house?
11. What will happen to my Estimated Market Value if I improve my property?
12. How is market value estimated?
13. Who qualifies for Homestead?
14. Can my Estimated Market Value change even if the assessor has not been inside my property?
15. How can I tell what city or township my property is in from my PIN?
16. What is Estimated Market Value (EMV)?
17. What is a Property Identification Number (PIN)?
18. I have had fire or storm damage to my house. Should I contact the assessor's office?