(NJ) Property inspections are a required part of [tax] revaluation process.

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[Calpernia]

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Property inspections are a required part of this revaluation process.

1.

Who will inspect my property?

Property inspections will be conducted by trained inspectors from Realty Appraisal Company,

which has been contracted to perform your community’s revaluation. Realty Appraisal Company

is a professional property appraisal company with over 50 years of experience in performing

property revaluations.

2.

What about my safety and security?

Inspectors will be wearing photo I.D. Badges. Don't let anyone into your home

unless they are wearing a badge. Inspectors will only enter a house if an adult

is home. Inspectors will not enter houses where only children are home.

3.

What will the inspectors do?

The inspectors will take measurements of the exterior of all houses and structures.

Inside, inspectors will determine the amount of living space and the condition of kitchens,

bathrooms and basements. Additionally, pictures will be taken of the exterior of all houses

and structures at a separate time.

4.

How long will an inspection last?

Inspections take only a few minutes. The inspectors' goal is to get the information

they need with the least intrusion on residents and property owners.

5.

When will inspections take place?

Inspectors will visit properties on weekdays and weekends during the day

and early evening. The first attempt to inspect will be unannounced.

7.

What if I made improvements and upgrades to my home over the years?

Inspectors are only interested in getting the information needed to properly appraise your

property. They do not get involved in local zoning or building codes. Inspectors report only

to the Municipal Tax Assessor.

8.

Do the inspectors appraise my property?

Inspectors do not appraise property. They simply gather information.

Property appraisals are performed by certified appraisers licensed

under the state of New Jersey.

9.

Does a revaluation make my property taxes go up?

Not necessarily. Property revaluations do not automatically result in higher property taxes. This

is because while property values go up, the tax rate used to calculate your tax bill will go down.

For example:

6.

What if the inspectors come at an inconvenient time

or when no one is home?

You do not have to answer the door if inspectors come at an inconvenient time. If no

one answers the door, inspectors will leave a card on your door like the one shown here.

The card tells you whom to call to schedule the inspection for a more convenient time.

10.

Who do I call if I have questions or concerns?

All residents and property owners are encouraged to contact the Municipal Tax

Assessor's Office if you have any questions or concerns. You can also contact

Realty Appraisal Company at 1-800-841-6740.

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Inspections

Founded in 1934, Realty Appraisal Company is recognized as one of the leading

municipal revaluation and appraisal firms in the state of New Jersey. The firm has

successfully completed over 300 revaluation programs.

Realty Appraisal Company is staffed with full-time, highly-trained professionals

with many years of experience in property appraisal and revaluation. The firm

operates exclusively in the state of New Jersey.

Joseph Rubenstein established Realty Appraisal Company after building

successful businesses in the fields of real estate sales, property management,

construction and development. Joseph’s sons Robert and Stanley joined Realty

Appraisal Company in 1950, and are partners of the firm, which today is managed

by Joseph’s grandsons, Steven and Neil.

[Calpernia]

New Jersey Property Inspection Google Search

[Calpernia]

ping

[silverleaf]

Re: Number 9- LOL!

World's greatest lie #1:
"We're from the government and we're here to help!"

World's greatest lie #2:
"We're happy to see you!"

[pikachu]

So after they case my house, how long until the 'inspectors' or their 'bros' show up to steal property from my house?

[SWAMPSNIPER]

They will enter my home on the next cold day in Hell!

[Shimmer128]

They come into your HOUSE?!!!

[NativeSon]

Every time I hear of cr@p like this, I go out and buy more ammo...

[Cagey]

They come into your HOUSE?!!!

It's disgusting. The spirits of the men who died in New Jersey during the American Revolution must be spinning in their graves.

[word_warrior_bob]

11. BEND OVER, GRAB YOUR ANKLES, GRIT YOUR TEETH, HAND OVER YOUR WALLET, I'VE ALREADY BEEN "VISITED"

[Calpernia]

Did you try to say no? I heard on the Jim Gearhart Show this morning that you are 'suppose' to be able to refuse.

Did you try? What did they say?

[word_warrior_bob]

Re: Number 9- LOL!

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Tell me about it, please cite the percentages of homes re-assessed that the taxes go DOWN. Let me take a wild guess here 000000000000000.1 %.

Re assessments are for the sole purpose of finding improvements and raising taxes as much as possible, if they're not why is that what happens, every damn time.

This is what everyone should do my mother has been doing this for herself and others for years:

They ALWAYS wildly overassess my mothers house, she brings in all of the recent comparable houses that have sold, showing that houses bigger than hers sold for 50K less, etc. than what they assessed it for.

If you're feeling frisky when you're overassessed, tell them if anyone is willing to pay me what you assessed my home for I will be packed and ready to go immediately.

[word_warrior_bob]

It's about as productive as trying to not pay income taxes. They'll probably hit you harder if you don't let them in, but if you've done everything in 24 Karat gold like Donald Trumps penthouse atrocity you might be better off refusing.

And the land of the free and the home of the staaaaaate.

[Calpernia]

>>>>They'll probably hit you harder if you don't let them in...

They did say that on the radio show.


Thanks.

[Pharmboy]

Democrats...and they talked about dubya taking freedom away with the Patriot Act. Yecchhh.

[new cruelty]

Whoa. This is incredible. Looking through the google search that was provided, I found the following excerpt here http://www.teanecknjgov.org/departments/assessor.htm

Can a property owner refuse entry to the field inspector?

Yes, you may refuse entry to your home. However, it is in your best interest to see that as much information as possible is gathered to help ensure an accurate assessment. If the field inspector cannot inspect the inside of a building, it is possible an excessive assessment may result. The law provides that a property shall be assessed at the highest possible value if the assessor or field inspector is denied entry.

The revaluation program should not be seen as an adversarial situation. Property owners have a vested interest in the outcome of the project and cooperation is vital to achieve an equitable revaluation. If one person's property is underassessed, all other property owners in the Township will pay higher taxes to make up for the discrepancy. Conversely, if property owners deny access to the field inspector, they could wind up being overassessed and pay more than their fair share of taxes.

What typically happens when the property owner denies the field inspector access to the property/home or does not call to schedule an interior inspection with a field inspector?

The field inspector must assume that the basement is fully finished as a living area, the interior has been completely remodeled, all available possible amenities have been added and all areas (attics, basements, and lofts) have been improved.

[Shimmer128]

Punishment for all you uppity land "owners"

[Nailbiter]

wtf

[IncPen]

Unintended Consequences indeed