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  2. Assessments and appeals

Revaluation vs. reassessment

Both update assessments toward current value, but New Jersey uses distinct administrative processes and terminology for municipal-wide assessment maintenance.

New Jersey example

A townwide reset can materially change assessed values while the final tax burden still depends on the new rate and total ratable base.

Official source

https://www.nj.gov/treasury/taxation/lpt/localtax.shtml

This is a plain-English summary. Rules and dollar amounts change, so check the official source or a professional before you file or sign anything.

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