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When looking at property records, it seems that most houses have a much lower assessed value than what the home actually appraised and sold for. Why is this? For instance: A home is appraised for $100,000, yet the county's assessment of the property is only $69,000.
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Municipal Tax Assessor

Assesses properties by valuing property, buildings, furniture, machinery, equipment and fixtures; calculating taxes; providing information; defending assessment appeals; managing staff.
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