Township/County Assessor Level Appeal
There are three levels of appeal, per Illinois county. The initial level is with the township assessor for counties outside of Cook County or the county assessor for Cook county. Turnaround time, a few months.
Board of Review Level Appeal
The second level of appeal is with the Board of Review, per county. In Cook County, the Board of review has an initial review and then a subsequent “Re-Review” procedure. Turnaround time, a few months.
Property Tax Appeal Board Appeal
The third level of appeal is the with the Property Tax Appeal Board (PTAB). A pre-requisite of appeal before PTAB is an appeal with the Board of Review. Turnaround time, a few years.
Peace Out.
###
Hire Us to Handle Your Appeal
Want experts to handle your tax appeal for you? We work on contingency, so you only pay if we win. There’s no risk and $0 required upfront.
Work With Us
Want to help property owners reduce their tax burden? We train practitioners and provide cutting-edge software tools to help you succeed in this industry.
The Real Estate Tax Newsletter
Get exclusive updates, insider strategies, and expert insights on real estate tax appeals delivered straight to your inbox. Whether you’re a property owner looking to cut costs or a professional in the industry, our newsletter keeps you informed and ahead of the game.
✔ Pro tips for lowering your property taxes
✔ Breaking news on tax assessment changes
✔ Data-driven insights from industry experts
Join now and never miss a key update
From Fortune 500 companies to boutique law firms, I’ve spent the last decade navigating the real estate tax world. Since 2014, I’ve been mastering the game, and now, through this blog, I break down complex tax concepts into plain English, giving you the knowledge you need to take control. No fluff, just value.