In August 2024, Orland Township homeowners received their Cook County assessment notices—and you must appeal by October 9, 2024 or lose your chance to lower your taxes. With many properties misvalued, an expert property tax attorney can use the latest market data and legal strategies to challenge unfair assessments. Below, we’ll highlight the key changes in Orland Township, explain why acting now matters, answer common questions, and show how Cook County Appeals delivers no-risk, results-driven representation.

Assessment Highlights

Orland Township’s 2024 assessments reveal a mix of increases and decreases across property classes. With the guidance of a property tax attorney, you can pinpoint which lines on your notice warrant challenge:
•	Overall Trend: The average assessment change across all residential classes was –2.7%, indicating modest market softening.
•	Biggest Increases:
o	Non-Equalized Agricultural Land: +3.57%
o	Townhomes & Row Houses: +3.53%
•	Largest Decreases:
o	Minor Improvements (e.g., sheds, detached garages): –38.27%
o	Mixed-Use Buildings: –3.33%
These figures show where the Assessor’s office may have misjudged property values. A skilled attorney will use this data—alongside recent comparable sales and cost-approach analyses—to build a compelling appeal on your behalf.
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Why Appeal Now?
Time is of the essence when contesting your 2024 assessment. Here’s why you should contact a property tax lawyer today:
1.	Firm Deadline: All appeals must be submitted by October 9, 2024—no extensions.
2.	Data-Driven Cases: Appeals that cite precise percentage changes (like the +3.53% in row-house values) carry more weight before the Cook County Board of Review.
3.	Preparation Window: Gathering evidence—property photos, market comps, and expert reports—takes several weeks. Starting in September ensures a complete, polished submission.
4.	Maximized Savings: Early filing increases negotiation time, yielding larger potential reductions on your tax bill.
Delaying puts your savings at risk. Begin your appeal process now to secure the best possible outcome.
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Common Questions
1. What does it cost to hire a real estate tax attorney?
Most attorneys, including Cook County Appeals, operate on a contingency basis: no fee unless we win. There’s zero upfront cost.
2. Can I file my own appeal?
Yes—but without professional expertise, you may overlook critical valuation arguments or procedural nuances, reducing your chance of success.
3. How long before savings appear?
Typically, appeals resolve in 3–6 months. Any reduction granted will apply to your next tax billing cycle.
4. What evidence is most persuasive?
Comparable sales data, cost-approach calculations, and clear documentation of assessment errors rank highest. An attorney knows exactly which documents to submit.
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Why Choose Cook County Appeals
•	Local Expertise: Decades navigating the Cook County Board of Review process
•	No Up-Front Savings Required: You only pay if we secure a reduction
•	Contingency Fee: No fee unless we win your appeal
•	Personalized Service: One-on-one attention from your attorney, not a junior associate
•	Proven Tax-Reduction Strategies: Tailored arguments based on property class data
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Don’t let an inflated assessment drive up your property taxes. Cook County Appeals is ready to put our data-driven approach and local expertise to work for you, risk-free.
Contact Cook County Appeals at (708) 888-8880 to schedule your free consultation and ensure your appeal is filed by October 9, 2024. Your potential savings await!