At some point, it happens to all homeowners: you get an assessment notice in the mail that contains the fair market value of your home, only you don't actually agree with the amount listed. Maybe it's too high because there is some type of issue that the assessor couldn't have possibly been aware of. Maybe the market isn't nearly as strong as they assume it to be. Regardless, the end result is the same: suddenly you're paying far more money in property taxes than you should be.

All homeowners in Cobb County have the right to appeal the assessment notice they get for their property in the mail each year - a decision that could potentially lower the amount you pay in property taxes significantly. Having said that, you do need to keep a few key things in mind to make sure you go about this process in the best possible way.

In Cobb County, property tax appeals can only be filed in direct response to an assessment notice. This is a document that you get in the mail every year that outlines the current fair market value of your property. This is based on a variety of factors including current market conditions, what is known about your home, and more.