Florida homeowners are routinely over-assessed. We give you the tools — or do it for you — to fight back and keep more of your money.
Whether you want to handle it yourself or have us do the heavy lifting — we have a flat-fee option for you. No subscriptions, no percentage cuts.
Everything you need to research comparables, prepare your argument, and file your own appeal — step by step.
We research your property, pull comparable sales, and compile a professional appeal report — ready for you to submit.
Understanding the process is half the battle. Here's the full Florida VAB appeal timeline from start to finish.
Every August, the county mails your TRIM notice showing your proposed assessment. This starts your 25-day appeal window.
Find similar properties that sold for less than your assessed value. These are your evidence — the foundation of your case.
Submit your petition to the Value Adjustment Board before the September deadline. We give you the exact forms and county instructions.
Present your evidence to a Special Magistrate. Most hearings are informal — many are even conducted by phone or video.
Before you even file an appeal — make sure you're claiming every exemption you're entitled to. These reduce your taxable value directly.
Florida's most important exemption. Reduces your assessed value by up to $50,000 if it's your primary residence.
Up to $50,000 reductionAdditional exemption for homeowners 65+ with limited income. Varies by county — some offer full exemption.
Up to $50,000 additionalFlorida offers exemptions for total and permanent disability. Blind persons also qualify for additional exemptions.
$500–Full exemptionLimits annual assessment increases to 3% or CPI (whichever is less) for homestead properties. Critical for long-term homeowners.
Locks in your base valueIf any portion of your land qualifies as agricultural use, it may be assessed at a significantly lower rate.
Varies by countyNew improvements may be prorated in the year of completion. Don't pay a full year's tax on partial-year construction.
Prorated by countyFlorida offers some of the most generous military exemptions in the nation. Make sure you're claiming everything you've earned.
Veterans with an honorable discharge may qualify for an additional $5,000 exemption on top of the standard homestead.
$5,000 additional exemption
Veterans with a service-connected total and permanent disability may qualify for a full property tax exemption.
Up to full exemption
Active duty service members deployed outside Florida may qualify for a full homestead exemption even while away.
Full homestead while deployedMost services charge a percentage of your savings, lock you into subscriptions, or take over your case entirely. We're different.
| What You're Comparing | Typical FL Firms | ✓ TRIM Property Taxes |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | 20–40% of your savings | Flat $65 or $85 — that's it |
| Subscription required? | ✗ Yes — monthly fees | ✓ Never |
| You control the process? | ✗ They handle everything | ✓ You stay in control |
| Covers all 67 FL counties? | ✗ Often limited counties | ✓ All 67 counties |
| DIY option available? | ✗ No — locked in their system | ✓ Full DIY Kit available |
| Exemption guidance included? | ✗ Rarely | ✓ Full FL exemption guide |
Miss the window and you wait another full year. Here's exactly when everything happens.
The county assesses your property value as of this date. This is the value you'll be appealing.
Last day to file for Homestead and most other exemptions for the current tax year.
Your proposed assessment arrives. Review it immediately — your 25-day appeal window starts now.
File your Value Adjustment Board petition before this date or lose your right to appeal for the year.
Your official tax bill arrives. Pay by November 30 for a 4% discount even while your appeal is pending.
Choose your path and get started today. Deadline is September — don't wait until August to begin.