Record Finder / 26-000871-TT
Michigan
Elizabeth Hagen, Craig Hagen Petitioners V Township Of Fabius Respondent
- Petitioner
- Elizabeth Hagen, Craig Hagen
- Respondent
- Township Of Fabius
Case overview
- Docket number
- 26-000871-TT
- Status
- Ready Schedule
- CaseType
- SC Property
- Division
- Small Claims Division
- County
- Saint Joseph
- Judge
- No judge assigned
Docket history
| Line # | Subject | Filer | Line Ref | Enter Date/Post Mark | Fee | Related Item |
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| 11 | Notice of Filing | Not recorded | Not recorded | 09/17/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 10 | Attachments to the Answer were filed | RESP | Not recorded | 07/10/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Download |
| 9 | Attachments to the Answer were filed | RESP | Not recorded | 07/10/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
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| 8 | Attachments to the Answer were filed | RESP | Not recorded | 07/10/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
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| 7 | Answer was received | RESP | Not recorded | 07/10/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
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| 6 | Petition has been verified | PET | 1 | 06/27/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 5 | Notice of Docket Number SC | Not recorded | Not recorded | 06/27/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 4 | Evidence was received. | PET | Not recorded | 05/12/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
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| 3 | Evidence was received. | PET | Not recorded | 05/12/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Download |
| 2 | Documentation | PET | Not recorded | 05/12/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Download |
| 1 | A petition was received. | PET | Not recorded | 05/12/2026 | $0.00 | Download |
Documents
SC-Notice_of_Filing_of_Answer.2026-09-17_16-39-26.pdfRead complete document text →
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 · 517-335-9760 PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 · Other Carriers: 2407 N. GRAND RIVER AVE., LANSING, MI 48906 Elizabeth Hagen,Craig Hagen, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 26-000871 Township Of Fabius, Respondent. NOTICE OF FILING TAKE NOTICE that a Small Claims answer has been filed and the electronic copy of the answer can be reviewed by utilizing the Docket Lookup on the Tribunal’s website. Unless Respondent was defaulted, this case is ready to be scheduled for a Small Claims hearing and will be scheduled in the normal course of scheduling. You will receive a Notice of Hearing from the Tribunal by e-mail if you have identified an email address in the petition or other documentation. The Notice of Hearing will inform you of the date, time, and location of your hearing (note that your hearing will likely be conducted by telephone). Please read the Notice of Hearing as it includes important information. EVIDENCE: Parties are required to submit all evidence to the Tribunal and send a copy to the opposing party at least 21 days before the hearing date even if the documents had been submitted to the local Board of Review or the Michigan Department of Treasury. If the documents are not timely submitted to the Tribunal and served on the opposing party, the documents may be excluded. Documents may be filed with the Tribunal by mail or through the Tribunal’s e-filing system. Documents may be sent to the opposing party by mail or by e-mail, if the parties agree to service by e-mail. Alternate Dispute Resolution Options INFORMAL SETTLEMENT CONFERENCE: Parties have the option of handling this case through an informal settlement conference. An informal settlement conference is a meeting between the parties and/or their representatives to discuss the issues in a case in an effort to settle the case. This process may be an alternative to a hearing with a judge and may result in the parties’ filing a Joint Stipulation for Entry of Consent Judgment. Visit the Tribunal’s ADR webpage for more information. NOTE: The parties may not request an informal settlement conference to discuss an appeal of a principal residence exemption that was denied by either the Michigan Department of Treasury or a County. Also, state taxes levied by the Michigan Department of Treasury, such as income taxes, are not subject to the informal settlement conference process.
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MTT Docket No. 26-000871 Page 2 of 2 MEDIATION: Parties have the option of handling this case through mediation. Mediation is a voluntary process where a mediator facilitates communication between the parties, assists in identifying issues, and helps explore solutions to promote a mutually acceptable settlement. This process may be an alternative to a hearing with a judge and may result in the parties’ filing a Joint Stipulation for Entry of Consent Judgment. Visit the Tribunal’s ADR webpage for more information. If you have any questions, please contact the Tribunal by phone at (517) 335-9760 or email taxtrib@michigan.gov. By: Tribunal Clerk Entered: PROOF OF SERVICE I certify that a copy
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Valuation Report DB: Fabius Twp 2026 07/10/2026 09:58 AM Fireplaces Base Cost 352 16,910 11,330 Class: C Exterior: Siding Foundation: 42 Inch (Unfinished) Common Wall: 1 Wall 1 -2,097 -1,405 Base Cost 504 23,471 15,726 Class: C Exterior: Siding Foundation: 18 Inch (Finished) Garages Treated Wood 216 4,387 2,939 Treated Wood 688 9,322 7,458 *80% Good Deck CPP 380 7,851 785 *10% Good Porches Water Well, 50 Feet 1 3,285 2,201 1000 Gal Septic 1 5,325 3,568 Water/Sewer 2 Fixture Bath 1 4,325 2,898 Plumbing Basement, Outside Entrance, Below Grade 1 3,737 2,504 Other Additions/Adjustments Total: 503,972 337,661 1 Story Siding Overhang 12 2 Story Siding Basement 660 1 Story Siding Basement 352 1 Story Siding Basement 1,324 Stories Exterior Foundation Size Cost New Depr. Cost Building Areas Phy/Ab.Phy/Func/Econ/Comb. % Good=67/100/100/100/67 Ground Area = 2336 SF Floor Area = 3008 SF. (11) Heating System: Forced Heat & Cool Cost Est. for Res. Bldg: 1 Single Family RANCH Cls BC Blt 1945 Total Estimated Land Improvements True Cash Value = 7,023 0.00 100 54 0 DRIVWAYS 0.60 750 80 360 Description Rate Size % Good Cash Value Residential Local Cost Land Improvements Retaining Wall: Precast,Ret. 17.62 324 54 3,083 D/W/P: 4in Concrete 6.82 730 49 2,440 Landscaping: Lawn seeding 0.57 5000 40 1,140 Description Rate Size % Good Cash Value Land Improvement Cost Estimates 96 Actual Front Feet, 0.61 Total Acres Total Est. Land Value = 231,934 3 FF RATE 1C 96.00 278.00 0.9518 1.1408 2225 100 231,934 Description Frontage Depth Front Depth Rate %Adj. Reason Value * Factors * Land Value Estimates for Land Table 4750.4750 PLEASANT LAKE LOTS 3-4. GEARHARTS LANDING. SEC 10 T6S R12W. Map #: TOWNSHIP OF FABIUS THREE RIVERS, MI 49093 Property Class: 401 57520 GEARHARTS LANDING RD 75 004 160 003 00 2026 Est. T.C.V. HAGEN CRAIG & ELIZABETH
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Valuation Report DB: Fabius Twp 2026 07/10/2026 09:58 AM 412,800 412,800 412,800 168,224 412,800 412,800 2026 Assessed MBOR S.E.V. Capped ->Taxable<- PRE/MBT 0 -26,200 21,100 0 248,998 7,873 2026 New Eq. Adjustment Loss Additions Tax Adjustment Losses 460,100 460,100 460,100 171,675 2.70 2025 Assessed MBOR S.E.V. Base for Cap IRM Est. TCV/Total Floor Area = 274.50, Most recent sale 12/10/2025 for 745,000 2026 Est. T.C.V. 004 160 003 00 = 825,693 ECF (4750 PLEASANT LAKE) 1.500 => TCV: 586,736 Notes: Totals: 588,685 391,157 Exterior 1 Story 1 8,197 5,492 Parcel Number: 75 004 160 003 00 Page: 2
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 · 517-335-9760 PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 · Other Carriers: 2407 N. GRAND RIVER AVE., LANSING, MI 48906 MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL Docket Number: 26-000871 Is this case currently pending in the Small Claims Division? Yes Party Filing Document Respondent Files Document Type: Attachments to Answer Attachment File Name: ValuationReport_26 Fee Information Filing Fee: $ 0.00 Payment Information Payment: $ 0.00
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Used 2026 Rate 1 2,225 Land Value Study Rate 2 1,118 Pleasant Rate 3 648 Channel LANDTABLESALEDATE PARCELNUM Address Sale Price FF FF Group 1 Land Residual Dollars Per FF 4750 1/26/2025 004 009 027 00 12703 BIDELMAN RD 680,000 112 3 FF RATE 1C 230,127 2,060 4750 11/26/2024 004 080 007 00 12705 SLEEPY HOLLOW RD 507,500 150 1 FF RATE 1A 199,561 1,327 4750 11/25/2024 004 380 023 00 13092 SPENCE RD 474,795 55 3 FF RATE 1C 210,545 3,796 4750 11/11/2024 004 060 020 00 58010 AVERY RD 418,000 89 4 FF RATE 2D 189,147 2,117 4750 9/27/2024 004 380 025 00 13068 SPENCE RD 513,170 121 3 FF RATE 1C 244,143 2,023 4750 7/3/2024 004 160 001 00 57476 GEARHARTS LANDING RD 679,000 55 3 FF RATE 1C 98,975 1,808 4750 7/26/2023 004 009 032 00 12633 BIDELMAN RD 800,000 85 3 FF RATE 1C 134,417 1,589 4750 6/23/2023 004 450 009 00 12944 SPENCE RD 612,500 62 2 FF RATE 1B 195,386 3,159 2,235 4750 9/29/2020 004 009 009 20 12750 SLEEPY HOLLOW RD 362,000 123.729188 6 FF CHANNEL 40,766 329 Fabius Twp. Values used may be adjusted for Equalization.
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 · 517-335-9760 PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 · Other Carriers: 2407 N. GRAND RIVER AVE., LANSING, MI 48906 MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL Docket Number: 26-000871 Is this case currently pending in the Small Claims Division? Yes Party Filing Document Respondent Files Document Type: Attachments to Answer Attachment File Name: FA-2026_Pleasant_Lake-Land-Study Fee Information Filing Fee: $ 0.00 Payment Information Payment: $ 0.00
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Neighborhoods Used: 4750.4750 PLEASANT LAKE ECF Analysis for: 004 - TOWNSHIP OF FABIUS Page: DB: Fabius Twp 2026 01/18/2026 03:21 PM 1/2 Single Family TWO STORY 70 418,044 303,680 1.377 Occupancy Style %Good ResidualValue CostByManual E.C.F. 004 009 027 00 01/26/2025 4750 401 680,000 261,956 Parcel Number ** Valid Sale ** Class AdjSalePrice LandValue 12703 BIDELMAN RD Single Family RANCH 76 342,527 177,192 1.933 Occupancy Style %Good ResidualValue CostByManual E.C.F. 004 380 023 00 11/25/2024 4750 401 474,795 132,268 Parcel Number ** Valid Sale ** Class AdjSalePrice LandValue 13092 SPENCE RD Single Family RANCH 78 350,795 150,359 2.333 Occupancy Style %Good ResidualValue CostByManual E.C.F. 004 060 020 00 11/11/2024 4750 401 418,000 67,205 Parcel Number ** Valid Sale ** Class AdjSalePrice LandValue 58010 AVERY RD Single Family RANCH 85 536,435 385,641 1.391 Occupancy Style %Good ResidualValue CostByManual E.C.F. 004 160 001 00 07/03/2024 4750 401 679,000 142,565 Parcel Number ** Valid Sale ** Class AdjSalePrice LandValue 57476 GEARHARTS LANDING RD Duplex RANCH 70 224,487 184,986 1.214 Occupancy Style %Good ResidualValue CostByManual E.C.F. 004 009 001 08 04/24/2024 4750 401 275,500 51,013 Parcel Number ** Valid Sale ** Class AdjSalePrice LandValue 12949 LANCE RD Single Family RANCH 78 596,131 448,050 1.331 Occupancy Style %Good ResidualValue CostByManual E.C.F. 004 009 032 00 07/26/2023 4750 401 800,000 203,869 Parcel Number ** Valid Sale ** Class AdjSalePrice LandValue 12633 BIDELMAN RD Single Family RANCH 80 461,342 277,173 1.664 Occupancy Style %Good ResidualValue CostByManual E.C.F. 004 450 009 00 06/23/2023 4750 401 612,500 151,158 Parcel Number ** Valid Sale ** Class AdjSalePrice LandValue 12944 SPENCE RD Single Family TWO STORY 77 407,410 283,728 1.436 Occupancy Style %Good ResidualValue CostByManual E.C.F. 004 010 006 00 05/24/2023 4750 401 489,600 82,190 Parcel Number ** Valid Sale ** Class AdjSalePrice LandValue 57586 GEARHARTS LANDING RD 52639 38867 1.354 Agricultural Buildings: ResidualValue CostByManual E.C.F. Single Family RANCH 90 692,266 511,141 1.354 Occupancy Style %Good ResidualValue CostByManual E.C.F. 004 275 030 00 04/21/2023 4750 401 925,000 180,095 Parcel Number ** Valid Sale ** Class AdjSalePrice LandValue 58240 JENNIE DR
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Neighborhoods Used: 4750.4750 PLEASANT LAKE ECF Analysis for: 004 - TOWNSHIP OF FABIUS Page: DB: Fabius Twp 2026 01/18/2026 03:21 PM 2/2 Maximum E.C.F. (Commercial): 3.00 Max # of C/I Buildings: 30 Minimum E.C.F. (Commercial): 0.10 Maximum E.C.F. (Agricultural): 3.00 Max # of Ag. Buildings: 30 Minimum E.C.F. (Agricultural): 0.10 Maximum E.C.F. (Residential): 3.00 Max # of Res. Buildings: 10 Minimum E.C.F. (Residential): 0.10 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Neighborhood(s): 4750 - 4750 PLEASANT LAKE Use Infl. Adj. Sale Prices: Show Costs and Residuals: Show Invalid Data : Show Valid Data : X Analyze by %Good: Analyze by Style: Terms Selected: 1 Ending Date: 03/31/2025 Starting Date: 04/01/2023 <<<<<<<<<<<<<< Settings for this Analysis >>>>>>>>>>>>>> Commercial E.C.F. : 1.000 (0) Agricultural E.C.F. : 1.354 (1) Town Home E.C.F. : 1.214 (1) Mobile Home E.C.F. : 1.000 (0) Single Family E.C.F. : 1.500 (8) 1.500( 8) 1.500( 8) 1.500( 8) 1.500( 8)
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 · 517-335-9760 PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 · Other Carriers: 2407 N. GRAND RIVER AVE., LANSING, MI 48906 MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL Docket Number: 26-000871 Is this case currently pending in the Small Claims Division? Yes Party Filing Document Respondent Files Document Type: Attachments to Answer Attachment File Name: 2026_ECF_PleasantLK Fee Information Filing Fee: $ 0.00 Payment Information Payment: $ 0.00
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*** Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed*** ST. JOSEPH County: TOWNSHIP OF FABIUS Jurisdiction: Printed on Parcel Number: 75 004 160 003 00 158,585C 381,000 279,400 101,600 2023 166,514C 420,800 310,000 110,800 2024 171,675C 460,100 340,300 119,800 2025 412,800S 412,800M 412,800 296,800 116,000 2026 Taxable Value Tribunal/ Other Board of Review Assessed Value Building Value Land Value Year Land Improvement Cost Estimates Description Rate Size % Good Cash Value Landscaping: Lawn seeding 0.57 5000 40 1,140 D/W/P: 4in Concrete 6.82 730 49 2,440 Retaining Wall: Precast,Ret. 17.62 324 54 3,083 Residential Local Cost Land Improvements Description Rate Size % Good Cash Value DRIVWAYS 0.60 750 80 360 0.00 100 54 0 Total Estimated Land Improvements True Cash Value = 7,023 * Factors * Description Frontage Depth Front Depth Rate %Adj. Reason Value 3 FF RATE 1C 96.00 278.00 0.9518 1.1408 2225 100 231,934 96 Actual Front Feet, 0.61 Total Acres Total Est. Land Value = 231,934 Land Value Estimates for Land Table 4750.4750 PLEASANT LAKE CC 04/29/2022 INSPECTED Who When What Level Rolling Low High Landscaped Swamp Wooded Pond Waterfront Ravine Wetland Flood Plain X X Topography of Site Dirt Road Gravel Road Paved Road Storm Sewer Sidewalk Water Sewer Electric Gas Curb Street Lights Standard Utilities Underground Utils. X X Public Improvements Vacant Improved X The Equalizer. Copyright (c) 1999 - 2009. Licensed To: Township of Fabius, County of St Joseph, Michigan Comments/Influences LOTS 3-4. GEARHARTS LANDING. SEC 10 T6S R12W. Tax Description HAGEN CRAIG & ELIZABETH 57520 GEARHARTS LANDING RD THREE RIVERS MI 49093 Owner's Name/Address 57520 GEARHARTS LANDING RD Property Address 2026 Est TCV 825,693 TCV/TFA: 274.50 : Complete FB0604-20 04/26/2006 HOUSE ADDITION P.R.E. 100% 11/11/2025 OPEN 971144 02/03/2026 OTHER School: THREE RIVERS COMMUNITY SCHS. Status Number Date Building Permit(s) Zoning: Class: RESIDENTIAL-IMPROV 0.0 NOT VERIFIED 0755/932 03-ARM'S LENGTH WD 04/04/1996 0 0.0 NOT VERIFIED 21-NOT USED/OTHER QC 09/28/2010 0 MAREK NANCY A MAREK NANCY A & LORRAINE A 100.0 DEED 2025009702 03-ARM'S LENGTH WD 12/10/2025 745,000 HAGEN CRAIG & ELIZABETH MAREK NANCY A - ESTATE Prcnt. Trans. Verified By Liber & Page Terms of Sale Inst. Type Sale Date Sale Price Grantee Grantor 07/10/2026
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Class: BC Effec. Age: 33 Floor Area: 3,008 Total Base New : 588,685 E.C.F. Total Depr Cost: 391,157 X 1.500 Estimated T.C.V: 586,736 Cost Est. for Res. Bldg: 1 Single Family RANCH Cls BC Blt 1945 (11) Heating System: Forced Heat & Cool Ground Area = 2336 SF Floor Area = 3008 SF. Phy/Ab.Phy/Func/Econ/Comb. % Good=67/100/100/100/67 Building Areas Stories Exterior Foundation Size Cost New Depr. Cost 1 Story Siding Basement 1,324 1 Story Siding Basement 352 2 Story Siding Basement 660 1 Story Siding Overhang 12 Total: 503,972 337,661 Other Additions/Adjustments Basement, Outside Entrance, Below Grade 1 3,737 2,504 Plumbing 2 Fixture Bath 1 4,325 2,898 Water/Sewer 1000 Gal Septic 1 5,325 3,568 Water Well, 50 Feet 1 3,285 2,201 Porches CPP 380 7,851 785 *1 Deck Treated Wood 688 9,322 7,458 *8 Treated Wood 216 4,387 2,939 Garages Class: C Exterior: Siding Foundation: 18 Inch (Finished) Base Cost 504 23,471 15,726 Common Wall:
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR PROPERTY TAX APPEAL ANSWER FORM VALUATION / UNCAPPING APPEAL MTT DOCKET NO. 26-000871 Respondent’s Contact Information: Filer Type: Local Unit of Government Local Unit of Government: Township Of Fabius (SAINT JOSEPH) First Name M.I. Last Name Mailing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) City or Town State ZIP Code Telephone Number E-mail Address Respondent’s Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Contact Information, if any: First Name Dale M.I. Last Name Hutson Firm Name (if any) Dale Hutson Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 60450 Farrand Rd City or Town COLON State Michigan ZIP Code 49040 Telephone Number 2694322834 E-mail Address dalehutson@chartermi.net Subject Property Information: Are the parcels listed by Petitioner contiguous or adjoining? If no, list all parcels that are adjoining in separate groupings. *If necessary, attach a separate sheet. N/A Does the subject property have a principal residence exemption of 50% or more? Yes
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR Please Explain Your Answer to this Appeal: I believe the property is valued in line with similar properties, and the SEV doesn't exceed 50% of the market value. Jurisdictional Issues: IF PETITIONER IS APPEALING THE TRUE CASH AND/OR TAXABLE VALUES: Did Petitioner protest the assessment at a Board of Review? Yes If Yes, check which Board of Review Petitioner attended: March If No, was the Notice of Assessment properly sent to Petitioner prior to the March Board of Review? *Submit a copy of the Notice of Assessment with the Answer. If the July or December Board of Review revised the assessment(s) at issue, did it have authority? If yes, please cite the Board’s authority? Was the assessment(s) at issue established as the result of a clerical error or mutual mistake of fact? No If yes, please explain Is Petitioner appealing from a State Tax Commission Order? No If yes, when was it issued? IF PETITIONER IS APPEALING THE UNCAPPING OF TAXABLE VALUE: When was the Notice of Uncapping issued? Under what statutory section was the taxable value uncapped?
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR Valuation Information: Parcel Identification Number: 75 004 160 003 00 Classification of Property: Real (check one) Residential (check one) Current Assessed Value as established by the Board of Review: 412800 Current Taxable Value as established by the Board of Review: 412800 What do you believe is the fair market value? 825600 What do you believe is the taxable value? Electronic Signature *Typing your name below will serve as your signature Respondent’s Signature: /s/ Dale Hutson Attorney or Authorized Agent’s Signature: /s/
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR 1 of 4 PROPERTY TAX APPEAL PETITION FORM VALUATION / UNCAPPING APPEAL MTT DOCKET NO. Petitioner’s Contact Information: Filer Type: Individual Local Unit of Government: First Name Elizabeth and Craig M.I. Last Name Hagen Mailing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 57520 Gearharts Landing Rd City or Town Three Rivers State Michigan ZIP Code 49093 Telephone Number 8102298981 E-mail Address bethagen@gmail.com Subject Property Information: How many parcels are you appealing? 1 If you are appealing more than one parcel, are they contiguous or adjoining? *If no, you must file separate appeals for each parcel N/A Property Address (No., Street) 57520 Gearharts Landing Rd City or Town Three Rivers County Saint Joseph State Michigan ZIP Code 49093 Taxing Authority (City or Township) Township Of Fabius (SAINT JOSEPH) Check which of the following you are appealing: (check all that apply) True Cash and Taxable Values Please Explain the Reason for this Appeal:
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR 2 of 4 Reasons for this Appeal to Michigan Tax Tribunal 57520 Gearharts Landing Rd, Three Rivers, MI 49093 – Elizabeth & Craig Hagen Elizabeth and Craig Hagen, 57520 Gearharts Landing Rd, Three Rivers, MI 49093, disagree with the Taxable Value Fabius Township set for their home in 2026. Below are the brief reasons they feel this way. Supporting data, details and documents are attached to this appeal as separate documents. They show that the Taxable Value and Assessed Value should be amended to $355,952.50. 1-Cost/Sales Comparison Between 2022 and 2025, there were 14 homes that sold in the petitioners’ neighborhood. The homes ranged in selling price from $320,000 to $1,200,000. The Petitioners’ home was #10 out of 14 in that range; it sold for $745,000. The average selling price was $681,555. To find the Market Value (MV), the two homes closest in value in size and selling features were used. The average sale price of the three homes was $754,666. The sale prices of these homes were: $719,000, $745,000, and $800,000. The average was $754,666. The Township Assessor and Board of Review (BOR) placed a Taxable Value (TV) on the Petitioners’ home at $412,800 (doubled for Market Value = $825,600). The TV placed on the Petitioners’ home was valued by the BOR for $70,934 ($825,600 - $754,666) more than the average of the closest homes sold. The Market Value placed on the Petitioners’ home was valued by the BOR less the selling price was $825,600 – 745,000 = $80,600 over the sales price. The TV and AV placed by the BOR were between $70,000 - $80,000 more than the average sales price and actual sales price. This figure does not take into account the repairs that were required to bring the Petitioners’ home to the quality of the neighborhood homes. The BOR had the attached photos and information for the March 2026 appeal with the Hagens. These photos show the Petitioners’ home has a lower quality and maintenance compared to the neighborhood. This affects the MV which should be reflected in the TV and AV. The BOR setting the TV and AV at $80,600 is not justified
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 · 517-335-9760 PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 · Other Carriers: 2407 N. GRAND RIVER AVE., LANSING, MI 48906 Elizabeth Hagen,Craig Hagen, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 26-000871 Township Of Fabius, Respondent. NOTICE OF DOCKET NUMBER TAKE NOTICE that a Small Claims petition has been filed and the above-noted docket number has been assigned to that petition. The assignment of the docket number does not mean that the Tribunal has authority over the petition or that the petition complies with the Tribunal’s rules. The docket number needs to be included on all documents submitted in this case. Respondent shall file an answer to the petition within 28 days of the issuance of a copy of this Notice to Respondent. Tribunal answer forms are available on our website at www.michigan.gov/taxtrib. Respondents must utilize the appropriate answer form. Failure to file the answer within the 28-day time frame may result in the placement of Respondent in default, as provided by TTR 281. Further, an electronic copy of the petition can be reviewed by utilizing the Docket Lookup Search on the Tribunal’s website. By: __Tribunal Clerk_____ Entered: June 27, 2026 PROOF OF SERVICE I certify that a copy of the foregoing was sent on the entry date indicated above to the parties or their attorneys or authorized representatives, if any, utilizing either the mailing or email addresses on file, as provided by those parties, attorneys, or authorized representatives. By: Tribunal Clerk
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL · 611 W. OTTAWA ST., LANSING, MI 48933 · 517-335-9760 PO BOX 30232, LANSING, MI 48909 · Other Carriers: 2407 N. GRAND RIVER AVE., LANSING, MI 48906 Elizabeth Hagen,Craig Hagen, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 26-000871 Township Of Fabius, Respondent. NOTICE OF DOCKET NUMBER TAKE NOTICE that a Small Claims petition has been filed and the above-noted docket number has been assigned to that petition. The assignment of the docket number does not mean that the Tribunal has authority over the petition or that the petition complies with the Tribunal’s rules. The docket number needs to be included on all documents submitted in this case. Respondent shall file an answer to the petition within 28 days of the issuance of a copy of this Notice to Respondent. Tribunal answer forms are available on our website at www.michigan.gov/taxtrib. Respondents must utilize the appropriate answer form. Failure to file the answer within the 28-day time frame may result in the placement of Respondent in default, as provided by TTR 281. Further, an electronic copy of the petition can be reviewed by utilizing the Docket Lookup Search on the Tribunal’s website. By: __Tribunal Clerk_____ Entered: June 27, 2026 PROOF OF SERVICE I certify that a copy of the foregoing was sent on the entry date indicated above to the parties or their attorneys or authorized representatives, if any, utilizing either the mailing or
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Michigan Department of Treasury 618 (Rev. 12-25) Petition to Board of Review L-4035 This form is issued under the authority of P.A. 206 of 1893, as amended. Filing is voluntary, however, you may not appeal to the Michigan Tax Tribunal unless you first protest to the Board of Review, except when the property is classified as commercial real, industrial real, or developmental real. You may not appeal property classifications to the State Tax Commission unless you first protest to the Bard of Review. TO BE COMPLETED BY OWNER OR OWNER'S AGENT Owner's Name (Please Print or Type) Petitioner's Name (If Other than Owner. Please Print or Type) HAGEN CRAIG & ELIZABETH Township or City County Year of Appeal TOWNSHIP OF FABIUS ST. JOSEPH The undersigned protests the assessed value and/or the tentative taxable value and/or the property classification and/or the qualified agricultural property exemption of the following described property: Property Identified (Parcel code required. Property address and legal description optional) : 004 160 003 00 LOTS 3-4. GEARHARTS LANDING. SEC 10 T6S R12W. 57520 GEARHARTS LANDING RD Protested item [J Assessed Value [J Tentative [1 Taxable Status [J] Classification [J] Qualifed Agricultural Taxable Value (exemption) Property Exemption Complete this section for a protest of assessed value, including assessed value changes associated with exempt status and denied or late filed personal property forms. Assessed Value Owner's Estimate of True Cash Value(Market Value) 412,800 WR, 0 Complete this section for or ppros of Taxable Value Reason: Hie of Losses : [i] lun et Additions = Bowery Serie El Uncapping % ES PROTEST OF CLASSIFICATION ° 8 : Complete this section for a request to change the classification. The Board of Review must make their decision Team Gaseticion in accordance with Section PIER ac of the Michigan Compiled Laws. The Board of Review shall not be influenced by the effect that a particular classification has on that property's status as a homeowner's principal residence or qualified agricultural property. Classification of property on this year's assessment roll: 401 Classification should be: (Please check one of the following) OO Agricultural O Industrial OJ Timber Cutover [J Utility (Personal Property Only) O commercial [O Residential Obevelopmental 4. PROTEST OF EXEMPTION FOR QUALIFIED AGRICULTURAL PROPERTY ~~ HE If the assessor has denied or changed the percentage of the exemption from the 18 mills of local school operating tax for aualfied agricultural Soret, The : owner may appeat this action to the March Beard of Review. THE BOARD OF REVIEW HAS NO AUTHORITY TO CONSIDER OR ACT UPON THE EXEMPTION FROM THE 18 SCHOOL OPERATING MILLS FOR HOMEOWNER'S PRINCIPAL RESIDENCE PROPERTIES. Percent qualified agricultural exemption granted by assessor: (Enter 0 if exemption is denied) Percent qualified agricultural exemption requested by Owner: (Enter 100 if full exemption requested) REASON FORPROTEST = State reason(s) for protest of assessed value and/or the tentative taxable value and/or taxable status and/or classification and/or qualified agricultural property exemption. CERTIFICATION Signatur Date = Phone Number 3/137 [26 Ages She Gearharts Londing RA y Wass
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1 of 1 Docket #: 26-000871 Party Filing Document Party Filing Document: Petitioner Petitioner If 'other', Identify: File Document Type: fuFile:
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Document C- MLS Informa3on Sheets 57520 Gearharts Landing Rd, Three Rivers, MI 49093 – Elizabeth & Craig Hagen #26-000871 These are the MLS sheets showing the sold informa5on about each of the comparables. They are ordered from the least to highest selling price. Comp #1 Residential Sold Agent Detail Report 13327 Spence Road, Three Rivers, MI 49093 $320,000 List Number: 23142185 Area: St. Joseph County - J Municipality: Fabius Twp Lot Dimensions: 90x150 Waterfront: No Water Access Y/N: Yes Body of Water:Pleasant Lake Water Frontage: 0 Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence New Construction: No County: St. Joseph Tax ID #: 7500439000500 Road Frontage: 90 # of Outbuildings: 1 Status: Sold List Price: $335,000 Original List Price: $335,000 List Price/SqFt: $218.1 Sold Price/SqFt: 208.33 Days On Market: 18 Cumulative DOM: 18 Lot Acres: 0.21 Lot Square Footage: 9,148 Directions: From US 131, W on Hoffman, W on Spence Cross Streets: Hoffman SqFt Source: Previous Listing Upper Main Lower Bsmt Total Bedrooms 3 0 1 4 Full Baths 2 0 1 3 Half Baths 0 0 0 0 Fin/Level 1,536 0 860 2,396 (Finished All Levels) Total Sqft 0 1,536 1,536 (Sqft Above Grade) ROOMS/DIMENSIONS/LEVELS Architectural Style: Ranch Year Built: 2004 Stories: 1 Water: Well Manufactured Y/N: No Sewer: Septic Tank Total Fireplaces: 1 Driveway: Paved Main Level Primary: Yes Dining Area Main Kitchen Main Living Room Main Family Room Laundry Main Primary Bathroom Main Primary Bedroom Main Bedroom 2 Main Bedroom 3 Main Bedroom 4 Basement # of Rms Above Grade: 6 Legal: LOT 71 & N 1/2 LOT 72 SHADY POINT #1 SEC 10 T6S R12W. ALSO EASE OVER LOT 1 SHADY POINT SUB. Taxable Value: 95,136 Seller's Annual Property Tax: 2,348 School District: Three Rivers SEV: 138,600 Tax Year: 2022 For Tax Year: 2022 Homestead %: 100 Special Assmt/Type: N/A Terms Available: Cash; Conventional; FHA Water Type: Lake Street Type: Paved; Public Exterior Material: Vinyl Siding Roofing: Composition Windows: Bay/Bow; Insulated Windows Substructure: Full Garage Spaces: 2 Parking Features: Attached Laundry Features: Main Level Water Fea. Amenities: All Sports; Deeded Access Landscape: Ground Cover Sale Conditions: None Other Structures: Shed(s) Outbuildings: Storage Shed Util Avail at Street: Electricity Available; Natural Gas Available Heat Type: Forced Air Heat Source: Natural Gas Air Conditioning: Central Air Fireplace: Gas Log; Living Room Kitchen Features: Center Island; Eating Area; Snack Bar Access Feat: Accessibility Features: No Flooring: Ceramic Tile; Laminate Patio and Porch Features: Deck; Porch Appliances: Dishwasher; Dryer; Oven; Range; Refrigerator; Washer; Water Softener Owned Additional Items: Ceiling Fan(s) Public Remarks: PLEASANT LAKE ACCESS! This 1500 sq ft rancher has an open floor plan perfect for family & entertaining. There is much natural light and the living room with a gas log fireplace has lofty ceilings and crown moulding plus direct access to the nice deck. The spacious kitchen has natural cabinetry, granite counters and an island with room for dining stools. There are many windows in the larger dining area. The appliances are included. The master bedroom with a private bath has a nice separation from the other 2 bedrooms and bath. The main floor laundry is conveniently located close to bedrooms. The lover
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Document #3 - Taxable Value set by Township 57520 Gearharts Landing Rd, Three Rivers, MI 49093 – Elizabeth & Craig Hagen #26-000871 This document compares what Fabius Township assessed homes in the Pe55oners’ neighborhood from the year that the home sold to the following year or the uncapped year. There were 14 homes were sold between 2022-2025. Pe55oners’ Taxable Value (TV) and Assessed Value (AV) for 2026 were set at $412,800. These values were appealed in March 2026 and the Township Board of Review (BOR) denied any change. This means, the Taxable Value and Assessed Value for the Pe55oners’ home in 2026 will be $412,800. This value doubled should equate to the Market Value (MV); $412,800 * 2 = $825,600. Taking the new Market Value ($825,600) minus the sale price ($745,000) = $80,600. This taxable value placed on the Pe55oners’ home is $80,600 more than the sale price and the appraisal price and market value. The Pe55oners had asked the BOR to set the Taxable Value at $372,500 or half of the appraisal/sale price. (See BOR Denial) Pe55oners’ Property Appraisal - dated 11/21/25: $745,000 (See Appraisal Document) Pe55oners’ Sale price of property in 12/11/2025: $745,000 (See MLS Document) The informa5on that is being compared on this chart is the Taxable Value (TV) the year the home was sold, to the TV the following year (uncapped year). It also compares how the sale price compares to the new uncapped Taxable Value. Taxable Value the Year Home Sold to the Uncapped TV Neighborhood Comparable Homes Sold in 2025 and the new 2026 Taxable Value There were four homes sold in the Pe55oners’ neighborhood in 2025: #8 12703 Bidelman Rd: Sold 1/31/25; Sold Price (SP) $700,000; 2026 Taxable Value (TV) $351,600; TV doubled minus SP = $3,200 (more than SP); #7 13492 Pleasant View Rd: Sold 4/4/25; Sold Price (SP) $600,000; 2026 Taxable Value (TV) $342,600; TV doubled minus SP = $85,200 (more than SP); #14 12625 Bidelman Rd: Sold 9/26/25; Sold Price (SP) $1,200,000; 2026 Taxable Value (TV) $151,300; TV doubled minus SP = $169,400 (less than SP);
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#10 Pe55oners’ home: Sold 12/11/25; Sold Price (SP) $745,000; 2026 Taxable Value (TV) $412,800; TV doubled minus SP = $80,600 (more than SP); Comp #8 was given a TV very close to Sold Price ($3,200 more than SP) Comp #7 was given a TV much higher than the Sold Price ($85,200 more than SP) Comp #14 was given a TV much lower than the Sold Price ($169,400 less than SP) Comp #10 was given a TV much higher than the Sold Price ($80,600 more than SP) The Township gave a large break to Comp #14, yet set the TV over $80,000 for Comp #7 and #10, then set the TV very close to the SP for Comp #8. Understandably, Comp #7 and #10 appealed their TV and were both denied by the BOR. The ques5on is, why was Comp #14 given such a large break with their TV (almost $170,000 less than the SP), yet Comps #7 and #10 were not given a TV close to their SP or less as the other comps were? The Township set Comp #14 value lower than the Sold Price so this home did not need to appeal the new Taxable Value or Assessed Value. These neighborhood homes were sold in 2024 and show the new (uncapped) Taxable Value for 2025 and how the Township assessed them. #1 13327 Spence Rd: Sold 1/24/24; Sold Price (SP) $320,000;
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR 1 of 4 PROPERTY TAX APPEAL PETITION FORM VALUATION / UNCAPPING APPEAL MTT DOCKET NO. Petitioner’s Contact Information: Filer Type: Individual Local Unit of Government: First Name Elizabeth and Craig M.I. Last Name Hagen Mailing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 57520 Gearharts Landing Rd City or Town Three Rivers State Michigan ZIP Code 49093 Telephone Number 8102298981 E-mail Address bethagen@gmail.com Subject Property Information: How many parcels are you appealing? 1 If you are appealing more than one parcel, are they contiguous or adjoining? *If no, you must file separate appeals for each parcel N/A Property Address (No., Street) 57520 Gearharts Landing Rd City or Town Three Rivers County Saint Joseph State Michigan ZIP Code 49093 Taxing Authority (City or Township) Township Of Fabius (SAINT JOSEPH) Check which of the following you are appealing: (check all that apply) True Cash and Taxable Values Please Explain the Reason for this Appeal:
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR 2 of 4 Reasons for this Appeal to Michigan Tax Tribunal 57520 Gearharts Landing Rd, Three Rivers, MI 49093 – Elizabeth & Craig Hagen Elizabeth and Craig Hagen, 57520 Gearharts Landing Rd, Three Rivers, MI 49093, disagree with the Taxable Value Fabius Township set for their home in 2026. Below are the brief reasons they feel this way. Supporting data, details and documents are attached to this appeal as separate documents. They show that the Taxable Value and Assessed Value should be amended to $355,952.50. 1-Cost/Sales Comparison Between 2022 and 2025, there were 14 homes that sold in the petitioners’ neighborhood. The homes ranged in selling price from $320,000 to $1,200,000. The Petitioners’ home was #10 out of 14 in that range; it sold for $745,000. The average selling price was $681,555. To find the Market Value (MV), the two homes closest in value in size and selling features were used. The average sale price of the three homes was $754,666. The sale prices of these homes were: $719,000, $745,000, and $800,000. The average was $754,666. The Township Assessor and Board of Review (BOR) placed a Taxable Value (TV) on the Petitioners’ home at $412,800 (doubled for Market Value = $825,600). The TV placed on the Petitioners’ home was valued by the BOR for $70,934 ($825,600 - $754,666) more than the average of the closest homes sold. The Market Value placed on the Petitioners’ home was valued by the BOR less the selling price was $825,600 – 745,000 = $80,600 over the sales price. The TV and AV placed by the BOR were between $70,000 - $80,000 more than the average sales price and actual sales price. This figure does not take into account the repairs that were required to bring the Petitioners’ home to the quality of the neighborhood homes. The BOR had the attached photos and information for the March 2026 appeal with the Hagens. These photos show the Petitioners’ home has a lower quality and maintenance compared to the neighborhood. This affects the MV which should be reflected in the TV and AV. The BOR setting the TV and AV at $80,600 is not justified
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