How does the assessor value property?
Wisconsin law requires that property assessments be based on fair market value. Estimating the market value of your property is a matter of determining the price a typical buyer would pay for it in its present condition. Some factors the assessor considers are: what similar properties are selling for; what it would cost to replace your property; the rent it may earn; and any other factors that affect value. It is important to remember that the assessor does not create assessed value, but rather interprets what is happening in the market place through real estate sales.

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1. How can I request a review of property assessment?
2. When the Assessor visits and wants to inspect my home, do I have to allow him inside?
3. How can I contact the Village Assessor?
4. When was the last community revaluation? When is the next revaluation expected?
5. Some of my neighbors have told me the only reason for the reassessment is to raise taxes. Is this true?
6. Why do you need to inspect the interior of my home?
7. What if I refuse to allow the assessor into my home?
8. How does the assessor value property?
9. What can I do to ensure a fair and reasonable assessed value for my property?
10. Do all assessments change at the same rate?
11. What is the bottom line?
12. Can the Assessor enter my property without my permission?