If the property was recently purchased, how is this purchase considered?

An assessment is an opinion of value. Uniformity of treatment dictates minor adjustments not be made simply due to a recent sales price. For various other reasons the subject’s sales price may not necessarily be either conclusive evidence of the property’s true market value, or binding upon the Tax Board. An examination of the circumstances surrounding a sale is always important.

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1. What is the basis for my assessment?
2. How do I know if my assessment is fair?
3. What is a tax appeal hearing and who will hear my appeal?
4. Is a hearing always necessary?
5. When are the tax appeal hearings held?
6. What is good evidence to convince the Tax Board to reconsider an assessment?
7. If the property was recently purchased, how is this purchase considered?
8. Will the appeal be private?
9. Are there special rules for commercial properties?
10. Who is an expert witness?
11. May I further appeal the judgment of the Tax Board if I am still dissatisfied?