7 Property Tax Appeal Mistakes That Get Your Case Denied
Danielle Cui · April 30, 2026
The common errors that sink property tax appeals — missed deadlines, weak or out-of-window comps, Zillow estimates, and more — and how to avoid each one.
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Evidence & Comps
Choosing the comparable sales that actually win a property tax appeal.
Do You Need an Appraisal to Appeal Your Property Taxes?
Danielle Cui · April 2, 2026
Whether a professional appraisal is worth it for a property tax appeal, when comparable sales are enough, and how to decide for your case.
Assessed Value vs. Market Value: Why the Gap Means You May Be Overpaying
Danielle Cui · March 5, 2026
Assessed value and market value aren't the same thing — and when they drift apart, you can overpay on property tax. Here's the difference and how to check whether you have an appeal.
The Evidence You Need to Win an SF Property Tax Appeal
Danielle Cui · January 21, 2026
Comparable sales are the heart of a San Francisco property tax appeal. Here's how to choose comps that the Assessment Appeals Board will respect — by location, type, size, age, condition, views, and floor.