Business Details
28 Years
experience
Commercial Property Tax Assessment Experts in Indiana
DeWald Property Tax Services has been a trusted partner for Indiana businesses since 1998, specializing in commercial property tax assessment appeals. Our team combines decades of experience with specialized expertise in Indiana's complex property tax system to identify over-assessments and errors that cost businesses money. We conduct meticulous evaluations of commercial real estate, leveraging engineering precision to uncover discrepancies in measurements, tax caps, and classifications. Our results-driven approach has secured millions in tax savings and refunds for clients across diverse industries, including healthcare facilities, apartment communities, and resort properties.We maintain ongoing tracking of property assessments to ensure long-term fairness, handling all aspects of the appeal process from documentation to legal representation. Our fee structure aligns with client success, charging only after delivering verifiable tax reductions. With a proven track record of resolving cases at both state and local levels, we combine technical expertise with practical solutions to protect commercial property owners from unfair taxation.
Services
Property Evaluation
Tax Assessment Appeals
Ongoing Tracking
Error Detection
Exemption Evaluation
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of combined experience in commercial property tax appeals.
- Our practice focuses exclusively on Indiana commercial real estate assessments.
- We use engineering precision to identify assessment errors others miss.
- Our fees are contingent on delivering verifiable tax savings.
- We've secured millions in tax reductions for healthcare facilities and apartment complexes.
Associations and certifications
- Certified Property Tax Representative
- Indiana Real Estate Broker
- Level I & II Certified Indiana Assessor/Appraiser
What people say
Saved $900,000
Expert evaluations
Precise analysis
No upfront fees
Long-term tracking
Services
Property Evaluation
Our experts analyze commercial property assessments to identify overvaluation issues. We examine county appraisal methods, measurement accuracy, and tax cap applications to determine fair market value. This process helps businesses avoid paying taxes on inflated valuations through systematic error detection.
Tax Assessment Appeals
We manage complete tax appeal processes for commercial properties, including documentation preparation and legal representation. Our team negotiates with assessors, appears at PTBOA hearings, and pursues state-level appeals until resolution. This comprehensive service ensures maximum tax reduction opportunities.
Ongoing Tracking
After successful appeals, we implement continuous property assessment monitoring. This service detects sudden valuation increases that may indicate new assessment errors, providing proactive protection against future over-taxation through regular market comparisons and trend analysis.
Error Detection
Our detailed audit process identifies various assessment errors including measurement discrepancies, incorrect tax classifications, and schedule misapplications. Using engineering expertise and property inspection protocols, we uncover issues that directly impact tax liabilities for commercial real estate owners.
Exemption Evaluation
We assess commercial properties for potential tax exemption eligibility through detailed analysis of property characteristics and usage patterns. This service identifies opportunities for complete or partial exemptions based on Indiana tax regulations and property-specific qualifications.
People
Edwin K. DeWald
Founder
Certified Property Tax Representative with 25+ years of experience. Former management consultant for Fortune 500 companies. Purdue University graduate in Industrial Engineering Management.
Randall Warner
Commercial Real Estate Consultant
30+ years in commercial real estate appraisal. Licensed Indiana Real Estate Broker and Level I & II Certified Assessor. Expertise in multifamily property valuations. Purdue and University of Oregon graduate.
William F.D. Mullineaux
Property Tax Consultant
12+ years of property tax analysis experience. Certified Indiana Tax Representative and Level I & II Assessor. Electrical Technology graduate from Purdue University.
Robert Borgmann
Legal Consultant
30+ years of legal experience with property tax appeals. Member of Indiana and North Carolina Bars. Summa cum Laude graduate from DePauw University and Cum Laude from Indiana University Law School.
Jennifer Rang
Office Support
Provides essential administrative support to the professional team. Coordinates documentation and client communications for property tax assessment processes.
Questions
How can I tell if my commercial property is over-assessed?
We analyze county appraisal methods, check for measurement errors, and compare market values to determine if your property's assessment exceeds fair market value.
What types of properties do you handle?
We specialize in commercial real estate including apartment complexes, healthcare facilities, resort hotels, and various business properties across Indiana.
What happens after filing an appeal?
We manage all documentation, negotiate with assessors, represent you at hearings, and continue tracking your assessment to ensure ongoing fair valuation.
Do you charge upfront fees?
No, our fees are contingent on successful tax reductions. You pay nothing until we deliver verifiable savings or refunds.
Can you help with past assessments?
Yes, in Indiana we can file appeals for assessments up to three years retroactive, potentially recovering previously overpaid taxes.
How do you ensure long-term savings?
We implement continuous assessment tracking to detect valuation increases and proactively address potential over-assessment issues before they impact your taxes.
