APPRAISALS ARUBA · BONAIRE · CURAÇAO
Tax Value Appraisal
pay exactly what you owe, not more
Many property owners assume the tax value assigned by the authorities is final. In reality, tax assessments can be inaccurate, sometimes by a significant margin. A professional tax value appraisal gives you an objective value to rely on.
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What is a tax value appraisal?
A tax value appraisal is an independent determination of the value of your property for tax purposes, such as property tax.
If the value used by the tax office is higher than the actual market position of your property, you may pay more tax than necessary every year.
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When do you need a tax value appraisal?
In these situations clients ask us for a tax value appraisal.
New tax assessment
Check whether the value on your assessment matches the real value of your property.
Objection to an assessment
Support your objection with an independent, well-founded report.
Property in poor condition
Defects and maintenance backlogs are not always reflected in the assessed value.
Commercial real estate
For larger properties a small difference in value quickly means a large difference in tax.
THE END RESULT
What you receive
A complete digital report in PDF that you can use in your contact with the tax office.
OUR METHOD
How we determine the tax value
We use the same recognised methods as for a market value appraisal.
Comparative market analysis
Recent comparable transactions in the same area as a reference.
Cost approach
The costs of rebuilding minus depreciation, for special or new buildings.
Income approach
For income-generating properties, based on the potential rental income.
IN 5 STEPS
From request to report
Request
Send us your assessment and the property details.
Schedule the inspection
We confirm a date and time that suits you.
Analysis
We compare the assessed value with the market.
Invoice
You receive the invoice; payment before delivery of the report.
Receive your report
Within 5 working days* digitally in your mailbox.
What does a tax value appraisal cost?
The price depends on the property type, the same as our other appraisals. You receive a fixed quote in advance.
Per property type
See our rates for the fee per property type
YOUR APPRAISER
Luite Berkenbosch RT
Every appraisal is carried out personally by Luite Berkenbosch, an independent Registered Valuer working on Aruba, Bonaire and Curaçao.
REVIEWS
What our clients say
★★★★★
“Sinne Valuations is a reliable factor in our developments. For ourselves but also towards banks and our clients. Luite responds very quickly and professionally. With a very comprehensive report.”
Willem van Dijk, Investor★★★★★
“Requested the valuation at the end of the week, completed the valuation on Monday, and received the report right away. Fast, excellent service!”
Ingeborg van Kempen★★★★★
“I had an outstanding experience working with Sinne Valuation. Communication was clear, responsive, and professional, and they even delivered the full valuation report quicker than expected.”
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Good to know
Can a tax value appraisal really save money?
If the assessed value is higher than the actual value of your property, a well-founded appraisal can lead to a lower assessment and lower tax.
Do you handle the objection?
We provide the independent appraisal report that supports your objection. You or your adviser submit the objection.
Do you work on all three islands?
Yes, we carry out appraisals on Aruba, Bonaire and Curaçao.
How long does it take?
You receive the report within 5 working days* after the inspection.
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Do you think your tax value is too high?
Request a free, no-obligation quote. We will let you know what it costs and when we can visit.
* Unless agreed otherwise.