Property taxes are determined on an ad valorem basis, which means that the cost of the tax bill is based on the […]
20 Year Study of Chicago’s Increasing Property Taxes
Beginning in 2000, the Cook County Treasurer’s Office performed a 20 year study on property taxes termed “The Pappas Study.” […]
Understanding Residential Property Tax Appeals
There are several different classes, or types, of property in Cook County. One of these classes is residential property which […]
Understanding Commercial Property Tax Appeals
Commercial properties account for one of several different classes, or types, of property in Cook County. In order to be […]
Understanding Illinois Multi-Family Property Tax Appeals
There are several different classes, or types, of property located in Cook County. Multi-unit residential properties are parcels of real […]
Cook County Property Types: Residential, Commercial, and More
There are many different types of properties in Cook County. They are sorted into several categories for the purposes of […]
Do you know your PIN? Understanding Your Cook County Property Index Number
What is a PIN? PIN stands for Property Index Number. Sometimes it’s also referred to as a Parcel Identification Number. […]
Cook County and Property Taxes: City of Chicago
Cook County and Property Taxes All properties in Cook County are reassessed on a triennial schedule. Every three years, the […]
Cook County Property Taxes: North & Northwest Suburbs
Cook County and Property Taxes All properties in Cook County are reassessed on a triennial schedule. Every three years, the […]
Collar Counties 101: DuPage, Lake, Kane, McHenry, & Will
DuPage, Lake, Kane, McHenry, and Will Counties are known as the collar counties because they encircle Cook County, forming a […]