Does a land contract cause taxes to be reassessed?
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Does a land contract cause taxes to be reassessed?
We purchased half a condo through a land contract. We own other half. Taxes on owned half are much less than other half. Seller took a year to file paperwork to register sale. Should the taxes be reassessed? If they are, and should have been a year ago, are we responsible for the difference?
Asked on July 16, 2010 under Real Estate Law, Michigan
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MD, Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 13 years ago | Contributor
A land contract with improvements can cause taxes to be reassessed, for better or worse. The issue now is why did the seller take one year to register sale? An argument could be made that year's taxes should be paid by the seller. If the escrow company and the agents involved in the sale did not ensure the entirety of the sale was completed, an argument could be made they should share in the costs. Contact your local tax assessor's office and read up on the methodology to reassess and appeal any appraisals made on the properties.
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