How can I judge the accuracy and fairness of my value and classification?

The assessor who values and classifies your property should be your first contact if you have questions or want more information. If you are not sure who your assessor is, call the county office. The assessor can review your parcel records with you, review local sales activity, zoning regulations and general market trends. You can also review how other local properties are valued and classified to judge if your property is fairly valued and classified. After meeting with your assessor to discuss your concerns there are three levels of appeal available to you if you choose to appeal. These must be completed in order, unless you choose to go directly to the Regular Division of Minnesota Tax Court. For more information, contact the Assessor at 218-384-9149.

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1. What is the responsibility of the Assessor in the property tax system?
2. What is market value?
3. How does the Assessor determine the estimated market value?
4. Why has my value changed for year to year?
5. How can I judge the accuracy and fairness of my value and classification?
6. Does the estimated market value increase at the same rate on all properties?
7. Does an increase in market value mean that my taxes will increase?
8. Can the estimated market value change even if an appraiser has not been inside my property?
9. What is classification?