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Appeal Deadline: February 1, 2026 — Time Is Running Out

Think Your Property Tax Bill Is
Too High?
You're Probably Right.

Your 2026 bill is based on your home's value from January 1, 2025.
That number may be dead wrong.

9,900+

Appraisals Completed

$7.6B+

Property Value Assessed

20+

Years Expert Testimony

"THIS IS RIDICULOUS!"

You just opened your 2026 property tax bill and it's hundreds — sometimes thousands — higher than last year.

You're staring at a new "assessed value" that feels completely disconnected from reality.

You're thinking: "There's no way my house is worth THIS much… right?"

Outdated Valuations

Your tax bill uses data from January 1, 2025 — but the market has shifted dramatically since then.

Assessment Inaccuracies

Massachusetts assessors often rely on 11-23 month old sales data, creating massive overvaluations.

No One Tells You

Most homeowners don't know they can appeal — or that they're overpaying by thousands every year.

Tight Deadlines

Miss the February 1 deadline and you'll overpay for the next 5 years until the next revaluation cycle.

You're not crazy. In most Massachusetts cities and towns right now, the assessor's number is based on data that is already 11–23 months old. That single fact alone creates massive inaccuracies, and you're the one paying for it every quarter.

THE SOLUTION

Expert Property Tax Review - Simple & Transparent

I'm Adam Wiener, certified residential appraiser and owner of Aladdin Appraisal. For the last 20+ years I've completed more than 9,900 appraisals worth over $7.6 billion, and I've sat in court as an expert witness when homeowners take the assessor to court.

How It Works
How It Works
A clear, professional process designed to help you decide whether pursuing a 2026 property tax abatement makes sense.
1
Choose Your Property Type & Service
Select your property type (Single Family, Condo, or 2–4 Unit) and choose a Desktop or Full Appraisal for tax abatement purposes.
2
Submit Payment & Intake Details
Enter your property details, upload your tax bill, accept the terms, and submit payment to start your case.

If, during our initial review, we determine your town’s abatement filing window is closed, your payment will be refunded.
3
Complete the Questionnaire
You’ll receive one email with your payment receipt and a short questionnaire. Once your answers are complete, we begin the appraisal work.
4
Get Expert Results
We analyze your property using market data relevant to the January 1, 2025 assessment date and review the results with you on an appraiser call. If a written appraisal is needed, we’ll explain next steps.
This service provides an oral desktop appraisal intended to help you decide whether pursuing a property tax abatement makes sense. No written appraisal report is delivered unless a full appraisal is ordered.

Choose Your Property

Professional property tax appeal services designed to save you thousands

Single Family

Most common residential property type

USPAP-compliant desktop appraisal

 

Verbal feedback on your assessment 
(no written report)

 

Helps determine if a 2026 tax abatement makes sense 

 

Appraiser call to explain the market and next steps

 
$300
$249

Condo

Additional analysis for condo-specific factors

USPAP-compliant desktop appraisal

 

Verbal feedback on your assessment 
(no written report)

 

Helps determine if a 2026 tax abatement makes sense

 

Appraiser call to explain the market and next steps

 
$400
$349

2-4 Unit Multi Family

More complex analysis due to income & unit mix

Enterprise Feature 1

 

Verbal feedback on your assessment 
(no written report)

 

Helps determine if a 2026 tax abatement makes sense

 

Appraiser call to explain the market and next steps

 
$500
$449

This service provides an oral desktop appraisal to help you decide whether pursuing a property tax abatement makes sense. No written appraisal report is delivered.
Some properties may require a full appraisal for appeal purposes.

Why Choose Aladdin Appraisal?

Why Choose Us Grid
USPAP-Compliant
Our appraisals are accepted by all MA municipalities and hold up under legal scrutiny
📅
Correct Valuation Date
We use the legally required January 1, 2025 effective date for accurate valuations
⚖️
Expert Witness Testimony
Over 20 years of experience providing expert testimony in tax appeal cases
📊
MLS Market Data
Access to comprehensive market data analysis for maximum negotiation leverage
👥
Attorney Network
Connections to experienced tax attorneys for appellate board cases if needed
📍
Local Expertise
Deep knowledge of assessment practices across Middlesex, Suffolk, and Norfolk counties

The Cost of Inaction

  • If You Do Nothing...

  • You will overpay thousands in property taxes for the next
    3-5 years (Massachusetts only revalues every 5 years)

  • You will miss the February 2026 abatement deadline (most towns it's February 1 or February 15)

  • You will kick yourself when your neighbor brags about the $6,400 they saved because they fought their bill and you didn't

  • Your hard-earned money goes to taxes that should have stayed in your pocket

Cost of Inaction: $3,000 - $10,000+ per year in overpaid taxes

  • Imagine This Instead...

  • Opening your mail in April and seeing your tax bill drop by $2,000... $4,000... even $9,600

  • Having the confidence of a certified appraiser's opinion that uses the correct January 1, 2025 date

  • Never again feeling like you're getting screwed by a system that feels rigged against you

  • Keeping thousands of dollars in your pocket where it belongs

Real Savings: $2,000 - $9,600+ per year

All real savings we've delivered to clients last cycle

The February 1, 2026 Deadline Is Approaching Fast

Don't let another year go by overpaying on your property taxes. Take action now.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about property tax appeals

Is this the same as a Realtor's CMA?

No. This is a certified appraisal completed by a licensed, certified residential appraiser. Unlike a CMA, our appraisals are USPAP-compliant and IRS-defensible, meaning they hold up under scrutiny in court and with assessors. Realtors provide CMAs for free as a marketing tool — we provide expert opinions for legal and tax purposes.

How do I know if my home's assessed value is fair?

We'll tell you based on hard data. Our analysis compares your assessed value against actual market conditions as of January 1, 2025 (the date the assessor is legally required to use), recent comparable sales, and our proprietary research on assessment accuracy across all 351 Massachusetts municipalities.

What if I miss the February 1 deadline?

You'll be locked into your current assessment for another year — and in Massachusetts, cities revalue every 5 years depending on the municipality. That means you could overpay for years. The deadline is firm. We recommend starting your review in December to allow time for the full process.

How long does the process take?

The free AI assessment is instant (60 seconds). The $250 desktop analysis typically takes 3-5 business days. A full appraisal ($750+) takes 7-14 days depending on property complexity and our current workload. We recommend starting early to beat the deadline rush.

Is there any guarantee I'll save money?

We can't guarantee the assessor will lower your taxes — that decision is up to them. But we can guarantee that our appraisal will be accurate, defensible, and based on the correct valuation date. Our track record speaks for itself: clients saved between $2,000 and $9,600 last cycle.

What areas do you serve?

We specialize in Middlesex, Suffolk, and Norfolk counties in Eastern Massachusetts. We have extensive experience with the specific assessment practices and appeal processes in these jurisdictions.

Do you handle the appeal for me?

We provide the expert appraisal and can prepare your submission package. However, homeowners typically submit their own appeals to the assessor (we guide you through this). If your case goes to the Appellate Tax Board, we can refer you to experienced tax attorneys in our network who specialize in these hearings.

February 1, 2026 Deadline — Don't Wait

Get Your 2026 Property Tax Accuracy Report Right Now

Low cost! No spam. Ever.

If the report shows low risk → great, you sleep easy.

If the report shows high risk → you schedule your $249 desktop analysis and we tell you whether a full appraisal is worth your time.

Aladdin Appraisal • Licensed & Certified Residential Appraisers • Serving Massachusetts Since 2004

Licensed & certified residential appraisers serving Massachusetts homeowners with expert property valuations and tax appeal assistance.

Licensed in Massachusetts • USPAP Compliant

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Serving Middlesex, Suffolk, and Norfolk Counties
Eastern Massachusetts

Important Information

February 1, 2026 is the typical appeal deadline for most MA municipalities. Check with your local assessor for exact deadlines.