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Michigan
Robert McMaster Petitioner V City Of Portage Respondent
- Petitioner
- Robert McMaster
- Respondent
- City Of Portage
Case overview
- Docket number
- 26-002265-TT
- Status
- Default Petitioner
- CaseType
- SC Property
- Division
- Small Claims Division
- County
- Kalamazoo
- Judge
- No judge assigned
Docket history
| Line # | Subject | Filer | Line Ref | Enter Date/Post Mark | Fee | Related Item |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | Evidence was received. | Not recorded | Not recorded | 09/09/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 11 | Evidence was received. | Not recorded | Not recorded | 09/09/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 10 | Evidence was received. | Not recorded | Not recorded | 09/09/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 9 | Evidence was received. | Not recorded | Not recorded | 09/09/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 8 | Evidence was received. | Not recorded | Not recorded | 09/09/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 7 | Evidence was received. | Not recorded | Not recorded | 09/09/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 6 | Proof of service of petition was received. | Not recorded | Not recorded | 09/09/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Download |
| 5 | Answer was received | RESP | Not recorded | 09/09/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Download |
| 4 | Order of Default of Petitioner | Not recorded | Not recorded | 09/09/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 3 | Petition has been verified | PET | 1 | 09/09/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Download |
| 2 | Notice of Docket Number SC | Not recorded | Not recorded | 09/09/2026 | Not recorded | Download |
| 1 | A petition was received. | PET | Not recorded | 06/10/2026 | $0.00 | Download |
| Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Not recorded | Download |
Documents
March Board of Review Decision Letter 3.13.26.pdfRead complete document text →
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03/13/2026 10:40 AM 2026 BOARD OF REVIEW DECISION FROM (269) 329-4433 PORTAGE CITY ASSESSOR'S OFFICE 7900 S WESTNEDGE AVE PORTAGE MI 49002 NAME AND ADDRESS OF OWNER OR PERSON NAMED ON ASSESSMENT ROLL! PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION: (Parcel Code required. Property address and legal description optional ): 39-10-07320-002-O 2121 RIDGEFIELD RD MCMASTER, ROBERT & KARAKULA 2121 RIDGEFIELD RD PORTAGE MI 49024 SHANNONDALE ACRES LOT 2 'HIS PROPERTY IS CLASSIFIED AS 401 (RESIDENTIAL-IMPROVED) Thank you for attending this years March Board of Review. The Board has reviewed the information you supplied and the data necessary to compute your assessment and taxable value. The Board has completed their review of parcel number 39-10-07320-002-O They have made the following determination based on the information you supplied. Board of Review Comments: Based on the information provided, the Board determined a change to the assessment was not warranted. [2026 ORIGINAL ASSESSED VALUE 163,500 | [2026 "BOARD OF REVIEW" ASSESSED VALUE 163,500 | (If the above amounts are the same, no revisions have occured) 2026 ORIGINAL TAXABLE VALUE 163,500 2026 "BOARD OF REVIEW" TAXABLE VALUE 163,500 2026 PRINCIPAL RESIDENCE EXEMPTION/QUALIFIED AG 100.0000 Please feel free to contact the assessor at the address listed above or call if you have any questions. “Effective March 1, 2013, the Tribunal is no longer able to accept Small Claims letter appeals. Rather, you are required to file a petition to initiate a new Small Claims appeal. Petition forms are available on this website.” http://www.michigan.gov/taxtrib/0,4677,7-187-38254---,00.html
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2026 Valuation Report.pdfRead complete document text →
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Valuation Report DB: City Of Portage 2026 09/09/2026 02:57 PM 2026 Assessed MBOR S.E.V. Capped ->Taxable<- PRE/MBT 0 6,300 0 0 58,556 0 2026 New Eq. Adjustment Loss Additions Tax Adjustment Losses 157,200 157,200 157,200 104,944 2.70 2025 Assessed MBOR S.E.V. Base for Cap IRM Est. TCV/Total Floor Area = 147.98, Most recent sale 09/09/2025 for 255,000 2026 Est. T.C.V. 07320-002-O = 327,026 ECF (RES - 2SF13 - NW RESIDENTIAL GRP 3A) 0.973 => TCV: 267,377 Notes: Totals: 443,224 274,796 Exterior 2 Story 1 10,141 6,287 Fireplaces Dishwasher 1 1,152 714 Built-Ins Public Sewer 1 1,877 1,164 Public Water 1 1,877 1,164 Water/Sewer Common Wall: 1 Wall 1 -3,005 -1,863 Base Cost 600 31,854 19,749 Class: BC Exterior: Siding Foundation: 42 Inch (Unfinished) Garages CCP (1 Story) 216 7,674 4,758 CCP (1 Story) 164 5,999 3,719 Porches Ceramic Tub Alcove 3 2,666 1,653 Extra Sink 1 1,357 841 2 Fixture Bath 1 4,412 2,735 3 Fixture Bath 2 13,171 8,166 Plumbing Brick Veneer 232 4,582 2,841 Exterior Other Additions/Adjustments Total: 359,467 222,868 1 Story Siding Overhang 100 1 Story Siding Basement 710 2 Story Siding Slab 700 Stories Exterior Foundation Size Cost New Depr. Cost Building Areas Phy/Ab.Phy/Func/Econ/Comb. % Good=62/100/100/100/62 Ground Area = 1410 SF Floor Area = 2210 SF. (11) Heating System: Forced Hot Water Cost Est. for Res. Bldg: 1 Single Family TWO-STORY Cls BC Blt 1969 91 Actual Front Feet, 0.31 Total Acres Total Est. Land Value = 59,649 2SF13 91.00 150.00 1.0217 0.9870 650 100 59,649 Description Frontage Depth Front Depth Rate %Adj. Reason Value * Factors * Land Value Estimates for Land Table 401NW.RES NORTH WEST SHANNONDALE ACRES LOT 2 Map #: SINGLE FAMILY CITY OF PORTAGE PORTAGE, MI 49024 Property Class: 401 2121 RIDGEFIELD RD 39-10-07320-002-O 2026 Est. T.C.V. MCMASTER, ROBERT & KARAKULA,REBECCA
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Valuation Report DB: City Of Portage 2026 09/09/2026 02:57 PM 163,500 163,500 163,500 107,777 163,500 163,500 Parcel Number: 39-10-07320-002-O Page: 2
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Valuation Report DB: City Of Portage 2026 09/09/2026 02:57 PM *** Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed*** Parcel Number: 39-10-07320-002-O, Residential Building 1
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2026 Record Card 2121 Ridgefield.pdfRead complete document text →
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*** Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed*** KALAMAZOO County: CITY OF PORTAGE Jurisdiction: Printed on Parcel Number: 39-10-07320-002-O 96,942C 130,500 114,400 16,100 2023 101,789C 147,100 128,200 18,900 2024 104,944C 157,200 135,200 22,000 2025 163,500S 163,500M 163,500 133,700 29,800 2026 Taxable Value Tribunal/ Other Board of Review Assessed Value Building Value Land Value Year Work Description for Permit 10-603, Issued 10/25/2010: BOILER REPLACEMENT * Factors * Description Frontage Depth Front Depth Rate %Adj. Reason Value 2SF13 91.00 150.00 1.0217 0.9870 650 100 59,649 91 Actual Front Feet, 0.31 Total Acres Total Est. Land Value = 59,649 Land Value Estimates for Land Table 401NW.RES NORTH WEST KB 06/20/2013 REINSPECTI Who When What Level Rolling Low High Landscaped Swamp Wooded Pond Waterfront Ravine Wetland Flood Plain 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 X X X X X Public Improvements Vacant Improved X The Equalizer. Copyright (c) 1999 - 2009. Licensed To: City of Portage, County of Kalamazoo, Michigan Comments/Influences SHANNONDALE ACRES LOT 2 Tax Description MCMASTER, ROBERT & KARAKULA,REBECCA 2121 RIDGEFIELD RD PORTAGE MI 49024 Owner's Name/Address 2121 RIDGEFIELD RD Property Address 2026 Est TCV 327,026 TCV/TFA: 147.98 REALTYPE: SINGLE FAMILY P.R.E. 100% 09/17/2025 COMPLETE 10-603 10/25/2010 RES-REMODEL/ADDN School: PORTAGE PUBLIC SCHOOLS Status Number Date Building Permit(s) Zoning: R-1B Class: RESIDENTIAL-IMPROV 0.0 DEED 2019-001165 21-NOT USED/OTHER WD 12/13/2018 1 BAYER, LARRY A & DONNA R BAYER, LARRY A & DONNA R 100.0 PROPERTY TRANSFER 2025-023488 03-ARM'S LENGTH WD 09/09/2025 255,000 MCMASTER, ROBERT & KARAKUL BAYER, LARRY A & DONNA R Prcnt. Trans. Verified By Liber & Page Terms of Sale Inst. Type Sale Date Sale Price Grantee Grantor 09/09/2026
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*** Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed*** Parcel Number: 39-10-07320-002-O Printed on 09/09/2026
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Class: BC Effec. Age: 38 Floor Area: 2,210 Total Base New : 443,224 E.C.F. Total Depr Cost: 274,796 X 0.973 Estimated T.C.V: 267,377 Cost Est. for Res. Bldg: 1 Single Family TWO-STORY Cls BC Blt 1969 (11) Heating System: Forced Hot Water Ground Area = 1410 SF Floor Area = 2210 SF. Phy/Ab.Phy/Func/Econ/Comb. % Good=62/100/100/100/62 Building Areas Stories Exterior Foundation Size Cost New Depr. Cost 2 Story Siding Slab 700 1 Story Siding Basement 710 1 Story Siding Overhang 100 Total: 359,467 222,868 Other Additions/Adjustments Exterior Brick Veneer 232 4,582 2,841 Plumbing 3 Fixture Bath 2 13,171 8,166 2 Fixture Bath 1 4,412 2,735 Extra Sink 1 1,357 841 Ceramic Tub Alcove 3 2,666 1,653 Porches CCP (1 Story) 164 5,999 3,719 CCP (1 Story) 216 7,674 4,758 Garages Class: BC Exterior: Siding Foundation: 42 Inch (Unfinished) Base Cost 600 31,854 19,749 Common Wall: 1 Wall 1 -3,005 -1,863 Water/Sewer Public Water 1 1,877 1,164 Public Sewer 1 1,877 1,164 Built-Ins Dishwasher 1 1,152 714 <<<<< Calculations too long. See Valuation printout for complete pricing. >>>>> Carport Area: Roof: Bsmnt Garage: Year Built: 1969 Car Capacity: Class: BC Exterior: Siding Brick Ven.: 0 Stone Ven.: 0 Common Wall: 1 Wall Foundation: 42 Inch Finished ?: Auto. Doors: 0 Mech. Doors: 1 Area: 600 % Good: 0 Storage Area: 0 No Conc. Floor: 0 (17) Garage CCP (1 Story) CCP (1 Story) 164 216 Type Area (16) Porches/Decks Interior 1 Story Interior 2 Story 2nd/Same Stack Two Sided Exterior 1 Story Exterior 2 Story Prefab 1 Story Prefab 2 Story Heat Circulator Raised Hearth Wood Stove Direct-Vented Gas 1 (15)
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2026 Land Value.pdfRead complete document text →
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02/12/2026
09:22 AM
Unit: 10 -
CITY OF PORTAGE
Detailed Land Table Printout
Rates/Values for Neighborhood 401NW.RES NORTH WEST, Last Edited: 10/06/2025
Frontages:
Frontage 'A': Description: '2SF02
Standard Frontage: 115
Frontage 'B': Description: '2SF1A
Standard Frontage: 100
Frontage 'C': Description: '2SF1B
Standard Frontage: 110
Frontage 'D': Description: '2SF2A
Standard Frontage: 102
Frontage 'E': Description: '2SF03
Standard Frontage: 105
Frontage 'F': Description: '2SF04
Standard Frontage: 70
Frontage 'G': Description: '2SF06
Standard Frontage: 80
Frontage 'H': Description: '2SF13
Standard Frontage: 95
Frontage
I I I: Description: '2SF23
Standard Frontage: 80
Frontage 'J': Description: '2SF24
Standard Frontage: 80
Values for Acreage Table
1:
'RESIDENTIAL
1
Acre: 84,000
3
Acre: 162,360
1. 5 Acre: 107,160
4
Acre: 192,960
2
Acre: 127,320
5
Acre: 220,680
2.5 Acre: 145,560
7
Acre: 270,000
Rates for Rate Table '401NW Rate', {Acres)
ROW
0
UNBUILDABLE
RESTRICTED USE
WOODS/WET/LOW
MARSH
1,000
0
3,300
1,500
FF Rate:
Standard Depth :
FF Rate:
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Standard Depth :
ACREAGE'
10
Acre: 334,440
15
Acre: 426,480
20
Acre: 506,880
25
Acre: 579,480
650
155
1000
250
1200
185
1000
154
630
170
800
120
800
135
650
155
625
130
650
120
30
Acre: 646,440
40
Acre: 768,240
50
Acre: 878,280
100 Acre: 1,331,280
Page: 9/10
DB:
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02/02/2026 ECF Analysis for: 10 - CITY OF PORTAGE Page: 1/12 03:32 PM DB: City Of Portage Current Neighborhoods Used: 2SF13.RES - 2SF13 - NW RESIDENTIAL GRP 3A 2905 W MILHAM AVE Parcel Number xx Valid Sale ** Class AdjSalePrice LandValue 00008-210-0 03/28/2025 2SF13 401 270,000 86,850 Occupancy Style $Good ResidualValue CostByManual E.C.F. Single Family RANCH 66 183,150 185,100 0.989 6136 SABLEWOOD CIR Parcel Number xx Valid Sale ** Class AdjSalePrice LandValue 09412-025-0 03/07/2025 2SF13 401 419,900 64,743 Occupancy Style %Good ResidualValue CostByManual E.C.F. Single Family TWO-STORY 73 355,157 353,799 1.004 6816 HICKORY POINT WEST DR Parcel Number xx Valid Sale ** Class AdjSalePrice LandValue 03340-006-0 02/24/2025 2SF13 401 325,000 62,548 Occupancy Style %Good ResidualValue CostByManual E.C.F. Single Family TWO-STORY 62 262,452 335,989 0.781 6417 TROTWOOD ST Parcel Number x Valid Sale ** Class AdjSalePrice LandValue 07323-135-0 02/18/2025 2SF13 401 369,500 66,036 Occupancy Style %Good ResidualvValue CostByManual E.C.F. Single Family TWO-STORY 57 303,464 291,515 1.041 3017 LAMPLITE CIR Parcel Number hd Valid Sale ** Class AdjSalePrice LandValue 01540-007-0 01/24/2025 2SF13 401 385,000 60,487 Occupancy Style $Good ResidualValue CostByManual E.C.F. Single Family TWO-STORY 64 324,513 368,792 0.880 3030 ROMENCE RD Parcel Number xx Valid Sale ** Class AdjSalePrice LandValue 08400-011-0 01/06/2025 2SF13 401 270,000 50,160 Occupancy Style %Good ResidualValue CostByManual E.C.F. Single Family RANCH 67 219,840 147,743 1.488 6322 TROTWOOD ST Parcel Number rx Valid Sale ** Class AdjSalePrice LandValue 07323-158-0 12/30/2024 2SF13 401 296,500 64,727 Occupancy Style %Good ResidualValue CostByManual E.C.F. Single Family TWO-STORY 62 231,773 262,176 0.884 3549 W MILHAM AVE Parcel Number x Valid Sale ** Class AdjSalePrice LandValue 00007-005-B 12/27/2024 2SF13 401 335,000 105,753 Occupancy Style %Good ResidualvValue CostByManual E.C.F. Single Family RANCH 86 229,247 291,963 0.785
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02/02/2026 ECF Analysis for: 10 - CITY OF PORTAGE Page: 2/12 03:32 PM DB: City Of Portage Current Neighborhoods Used: 2SF13.RES - 2SF13 - NW RESIDENTIAL GRP 3A 6546 WESTCHESTER ST Parcel Number xx Valid Sale ** Class AdjSalePrice LandValue 07320-011-0 12/18/2024 2SF13 401 253,200 61,750 Occupancy Style $Good ResidualValue CostByManual E.C.F. Single Family RANCH 62 191,450 145,969 1.312 2829 COACHLITE AVE Parcel Number xx Valid Sale ** Class AdjSalePrice LandValue 01360-014-0 12/09/2024 2SF13 401 320,000 60,067 Occupancy Style %Good ResidualValue CostByManual E.C.F. Single Family TWO-STORY 67 259,933 304,749 0.853 6316 CHERRYWOOD ST Parcel Number xx Valid Sale ** Class AdjSalePrice LandValue 01360-026-0 11/20/2024 2SF13 401 305,550 61,811 Occupancy Style %Good ResidualValue CostByManual E.C.F. Single Family RANCH 67 243,739 256,068 0.952 6169 BAYWOOD DR Parcel Number x Valid Sale ** Class AdjSalePrice LandValue 00711-037-0 11/14/2024 2SF13 401 362,000 66,726 Occupancy Style %Good ResidualvValue CostByManual E.C.F. Single Family RANCH 66 295,274 271,059 1.089 6612 EVERGREEN ST Parcel Number xx Valid Sale ** Class AdjSalePrice LandValue 04860-081-0 11/12/2024 2SF13 401 370,000 60,205 Occupancy Style $Good ResidualValue CostByManual E.C.F. Single Family RANCH 67 309,795 228,528 1.356 6574 SUNBURST DR
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2026 Assessment Change Notice.pdfRead complete document text →
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Michigan Department of Treasury,
THIS
IS NOT A TAX BILL
1019 (Rev. 10-25)
L-4400
Notice of Assessment, Taxable Valuation, and Property Classification
oo
This form is issued under the authority of Public Act 206 of 1893, Sec. 211.24¢ and Sec.211.34¢, as amended. This is a mode! assessment notics to be used by the local assessor.
FROM (260) 329-4433
PARCEL IDENTIFICATION
PORTAGE CITY ASSESSOR'S OFFICE
PARCEL NUMBER:
39-10-07320-002-0
7900 S WESTNEDGE AVE
PROPERTY ADDRESS:
PORTAGE MI 48002
2121 RIDGEFIELD RD
PORTAGE, MI 49024
SCHOOL DISTRICT CODE:
39140
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OWNER'S NAME & ADDRESS/PERSON NAMED ON ASSESSMENT ROLL:
EXEMPTIONS
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LEGAL DESCRIPTION:
SHANNONDALE ACRES LOT 2
ACCORDING TO MCL 211.34c THIS PROPERTY IS CLASSIFIED AS:
301
Residential
PRIOR YEAR'S CLASSIFICATION IF DIFFERENT:
401
Residential
The change in taxable value will increase/decrease your tax bill
PRIOR AMOUNT
CURRENT
CHANGE FROM
|
for the 2026 year by approximately: $2655
YEAR:
2025
Yeaw RAMONE | CORRENT YEAR)
1. TAXABLE VALUE:
104,944
163,500
58,556
2. ASSESSED VALUE:
157,200
163,500
6,300
3. TENTATIVE EQUALIZATION FACTOR:
1.000
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4. STATE EQUALIZED VALUE (SEV).
157,200
163,500
6,300
5. WAS THERE A TRANSFER OF OWNERSHIP 112025
THAT RESULTED IN A TAXABLE VALUE UNCAPPING? [X] Yes
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6. Assessor Change Reason(s):
Market Adjustment
The 2026 Inflation rate Multiplier is: 1.027
Questions regarding the Notice of Assessment, Taxable Valuation, and Property Classification may be directed to the Following:
Name;
AARON POWERS
Telephone Number:
(269) 329-4433
Email Address:
assessingdept@portagemi.gov
March Board of Review Appeal Information. The Board of Review will meet at the following dates and times:
THE ASSESSOR MAY REVIEW ASSESSMENTS WITHOUT THE NECESSITY OF APPEALING PRIOR TO 2/27 BY CALLING 328-
4433. THE 2026 MARCH BOARD OF REVIEW WILL BE HELD AT PORTAGE CITY HALL 7900
S WESTNEDGE AVE.
ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING TO BE HELD 3/3 AT 9AM. APPEALS TO BE HEARD BY APPOINTMENT ONLY ON 3/9, 3/10 AND
3/12 9AM-12PM & 1:30PM-4:30PM AND 3/11 1:30PM-4:30PM & 6PM-8PM. WRITTEN APPEALS AND SIGNED FORM 618 (L-4035)
MUST BE RECEIVED BY 3/11 AT 5:30PM. APPOINTMENTS MUST BE SCHEDULED BY CALLING 328-4433 BEGINNING 3/2.
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ASSESSING Providi rvi Thr Michi *** PROOF OF SERVICE *** The undersigned being first duly sworn, deposes and says that he, John Megdan, placed in the United States Mail, postage prepaid, a copy of the following document(s), properly addressed: Date: 9/9/2026 Docket Number: ~~ 26-002265 Document(s): Respondent's: Answer to Petition City of Portage vs Robert McMaster Addressee(s): Michigan Tax Tribunal - Small Claims Division PO Box 30232 Lansing, MI 48909 Petitioner/Agent: Robert McMaster 2121 Ridgefield Rd Portage, MI 49024 (! nag smnd Cathy Weissert City of Portage Authorized Representative (for notary use:) Subscribed and sworn to before me by Cathy Weissert on AARON CARL THIEL Notary public, State of Michigan County of Kalamazoo My commission expires 23-Aug-2029 Acting in the County of 23 September 9, 2026 City of Portage Assessing Department 7900 South Westnedge Ave, Portage, MI 49002
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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: 26-002265 Is this case currently pending in the Small Claims Division? Yes Party Filing Document Respondent Files Document Type: Proof of Service: Petition Attachment File Name: Respondent Proof of Service Document Type: Evidence Attachment File Name: 2026 Assessment Change Notice Document Type: Evidence Attachment File Name: 2026 ECF Document Type: Evidence Attachment File Name: 2026 Land Value Document Type: Evidence Attachment File Name: 2026 Record Card 2121 Ridgefield Document Type: Evidence Attachment File Name: 2026 Valuation Report Document Type: Evidence Attachment File Name: March Board of Review Decision Letter 3.13.26 Fee Information Filing Fee: $ 0.00
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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 Payment Information Payment: $ 0.00
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be] STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS MARLON 1. BROWN, DPA GOVERNOR LANSING DIRECTOR PROPERTY TAX APPEAL ANSWER FORM ' VALUATION / UNCAPPING MTT DOCKET NO. 26-002265 Section 1: Respondent’s Contact Information Unit of Gavernment City of Portage Mailing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route): 7900 S. Westnedge Ave City or Town: State: 2IP Code: Faraos | MI 149002 Telephone 069-329-4433 Email Address (do not enter unless you want MTT to send all correspondence via email): assessingdept@portagemi.gov Section 2: Respondent’s Attorney/Authorized Representative’s Contact Information I. First Name: M.L: Last Name: Cathy Weissert Firm Name (if any): . ’ 1 WCA Assessing Mailing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route): ’ i 7900 S. Westnedge Ave City or Town: State: ZIP Code: ' Portage Ml 149002 ; Tepe Mer 069-329-4433 | . | ia Email Address (do not enter unless you want MTT to send all correspondence via email): assessingdept@portagemi.gov . ; Section 3: Subject Property Information ] . ' Are the parcels fisted by Petitioner contiguous or adjoining? If no, [ist all parcels that are adjoining in separate groupings. Attacha separate sheet if necessary, a Yes a No Not Applicable Does the subject property have a Principal Residence Exemption of §0% or more for all tax years at issue? ves [1 No
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS MARLON I. BROWN, DPA GOVERNOR LANSING DIRECTOR Section 4: Explain Your Answer to this Appeal The SEV and Taxable Value represents 50% of Fair Market Value and all values in the City of Portage have been uniformly assessed. Request that appeal for the uncapping of taxable value be denied due to MCL 211.27a subsection 3. Section 5: Jurisdictional Issues IF PETITIONER IS APPEALING THE TRUE CASH AND/OR TAXABLE VALUES Did Petitioner protest the assessment at a Board of Review (BOR)? ¥J Yes [No If yes, check which BOR Petitioner attended: [#4 March [J yuly [J December If the July or December BOR revised the assessment(s) at issue, did it have authority? a Yes O0 No If yes, cite the Board's authority. Was the assessment at issue established as the result of a clerical error or mutual mistake of fact? O Yes Vv No If yes, explain Is Petitioner appealing from a State Tax Commission Order? ves WNo If so, what is the issue date? IF PETITIONER IS APPEALING THE UNCAPPING OF TAXABLE VALUE When was the Notice of Uncapping, if applicable, issued? February 20720, Aasessment Netice Under what statutory section was the Taxable Value uncapped? MCL 211.27a (3) Section 6: Valuation Information use the multiple parcel form for additional, contiguous parcels. Parcel Number: 07320-002-O0 Classification of Property: Real Personal [J (check one) Agricultural [J Commercial J Industrial (J Residential @ Timber-Cutover (J Developmental [J Utility [J (check one) Assessed Value (also known as State Equalized Value) established | Taxable Value established by the Board of Review: by the Board of Review: \ 63, 500 163,500 What do you believe is the fair market value (also known as true cash value)? 327,000 What do you believe is the assessed value? (multiply true cash What do you believe is the taxable value? (cannot exceed value by .5) 163,500 assessed value) 1 63,500 S ignature ‘Required Respondent or Aftogney/Authoriz WHER ture: u MAO)
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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. 26-002265 Respondent’s Contact Information: Filer Type: Local Unit of Government Local Unit of Government: City Of Portage (KALAMAZOO) 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 Cathy M.I. B Last Name Weissert Firm Name (if any) WCA Assessing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 7900 S Westnedge Ave City or Town Portage State Michigan ZIP Code 49002 Telephone Number 2693294596 E-mail Address assessingdept@portagemi.gov 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. No 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: The SEV and Taxable Value represents 50% of Fair Market Value and all Values in the City of Portage have been uniformly assessed. Respondent requests that the appeal of the uncapping of taxable value be denied due to MCL 211.7a subsection 3. 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? 2026-02-18 Under what statutory section was the taxable value uncapped? 211.27a subsection 3
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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: 07320-002-O Classification of Property: Real (check one) Residential (check one) Current Assessed Value as established by the Board of Review: 163500 Current Taxable Value as established by the Board of Review: 163500 What do you believe is the fair market value? 327000 What do you believe is the taxable value? 163500 Electronic Signature *Typing your name below will serve as your signature Respondent’s Signature: /s/ Cathy Weissert 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 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 Robert McMaster, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 26-002265 City Of Portage, Respondent. ORDER OF DEFAULT The Tribunal has reviewed the file in the above-captioned case and finds that: Petitioner did not submit a copy of the notice giving rise to the appeal (i.e., notice of action taken by Board of Review, uncapping notice, PRE denial notice, final assessment notice, etc.), as required by TTR 279. As such, Petitioner must submit the notice within 14 days of the entry of this order. Therefore, IT IS ORDERED that Petitioner is HELD IN DEFAULT. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that the defaulted party shall cure the default, as indicated above, within 14 days of the entry of this order.1 Failure to comply with this order will result in the defaulted party being required to file a motion to set aside the default (with appropriate filing fee). By: /s/ Patricia L. Halm Entered: September 9, 2026 1 “A submission by mail is considered filed on the date indicated by the United States Postal Service postmark on the envelope containing the submission. A submission without a postmark or with an illegible postmark is considered filed on the date the submission is received by the tribunal. A submission by commercial delivery service is considered filed on the date the submission is given to the commercial service for delivery to the tribunal as indicated by the receipt date on the package containing the submission. A submission by personal service is considered filed on the date the submission is received. A submission through the tribunal’s e-filing system by 11:59 p.m. on a business day is considered filed on that business day. A submission by email to the email address designated by the tribunal by 11:59 p.m. on a business day is considered filed on that business day. A submission on a Saturday, a Sunday, or a holiday is considered filed on the following business day, as provided by section 35a of the tax tribunal act, MCL 205.735a.” TTR 225(5).
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MTT Docket No. 26-002265 Page 2 of 2 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 Robert McMaster, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 26-002265 City Of Portage, Respondent. ORDER OF DEFAULT The Tribunal has reviewed the file in the above-captioned case and finds that: Petitioner did not submit a copy of the notice giving rise to the appeal (i.e., notice of action taken by Board of Review, uncapping notice, PRE denial notice, final assessment notice, etc.), as required by TTR 279. As such, Petitioner must submit the notice within 14 days of the entry of this order. Therefore, IT IS ORDERED that Petitioner is HELD IN DEFAULT. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that the defaulted party shall cure the default, as indicated above, within 14 days of the entry of this order.2 Failure to comply with this order will
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Appraisal Associates (800) 728-8444 147256 1034000276397 2121 Ridgefield Rd Portage MI 49024 Rebecca Karakula BAYER, LARRY A & DONNA R Kalamazoo SHANNONDALE ACRES LOT 2 39-07320-002-O 2024 4,620 City of Portage--Portage Public Schools 28020 0020.05 0 0 CrossCountry Mortgage, LLC ISAOA/ATIMA 2160 Superior Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44114 DOM 70;Public records/MLS. See attached addenda. Arms length sale;The contract appears to be a typical arms length transaction. A fully executed contract containing seven pages and dated 07/15/2025 was provided by the management company. No value was given to non-realty items. 255,000 07/15/2025 Public Records $12,000;;Closing cost, prepaids, points. 215 410 305 47 85 65 65 5 3 2 25 Kalarama Avenue north, Oakland Drive east, Romence Road south and Rothbury Street west. Other land use is undeveloped and has no impact on the subject's value or marketability. The subject property has access to the major transportation routes that run throughout the area. Educational, recreational and other supporting facilities are all accessible and within five miles. Homes in the subject's neighborhood consist... CONTINUED IN THE ADDENDUM Market conditions in the subject's neighborhood appear to be stable with marketing times ranging from one to five months. Most homes in the area are purchased with FHA or conventional loans with a number of lending institutions in the area providing competitive rates. CONTINUED IN THE ADDENDUM. 9x105.92x90.99x151.23 13634 sf Mostly Rectangular N;Res; R-1B One Family Residential See attached addenda. Asphalt None X 26077C0301E 07/31/2024 The subject is directly adjacent to residential dwellings to the west, south, east and directly across the street to the north. There is no market data to indicate proximity to any non-residential use has any impact on marketability or value. 2 Traditional 1969 45 625 0 Prd Conc/Adq Alum/Brick/Adq AsphShgl/Adq Alum/Adq DH/Csmt/Adq Insulated/Adq Nylon/Adq Cpt/Vinyl/Adq DW/Pnl/Adq Wood/Adq Tile/Vinyl/Adq Tile Natural gas None 1 None None 0 None Screen None 2 Asphalt 2 0 9 4 2.1 2,243 Replacement windows, updated boiler and hot water heater, other energy efficient items are typical for the age and design of the home. C4;Kitchen-updated-six to ten years ago;Bathrooms-updated-six to ten years ago;The subject is a two story home with a primary bedroom, primary bath, hall bath and three additional bedrooms on the second floor. The main floor has a family room with fireplace, living room, den, half bath, dining room and kitchen with dining area. There is a covered porch at the front of the home with a screen porch at the rear. All utilities were on and working at the time of inspection. No state/local codes require CO detectors and/or water heater straps. Form 1004UAD - "TOTAL" appraisal software by a la mode, inc. - 1-800-ALAMODE Uniform Residential Appraisal Report File # SUBJECT CONTRACT NEIGHBORHOOD SITE IMPROVEMENTS The purpose of this summary appraisal report is to provide the lender/client with an accurate, and adequately supported, opinion of the market value of the subject property. Property Address City State Zip Code Borrower Owner of Public Record County Legal Description Assessor's Parcel # Tax Year R.E. Taxes $ Neighborhood Name Map Reference Census Tract Occupant Owner Tenant Vacant Special Assessments $ PUD HOA $ per year per month Property Rights Appraised Fee Simple Leasehold Other (describe) Assignment Type Purchase Transaction Refinance Transaction Other (describe) Lender/Client Address Is the subject property currently offered for sale or has it been offered for sale in the twelve months prior to the effective date of this appraisal? Yes No Report data source(s) used, offering
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR 1 of 3 PROPERTY TAX APPEAL PETITION FORM VALUATION / UNCAPPING APPEAL MTT DOCKET NO. Petitioner’s Contact Information: Filer Type: Individual Local Unit of Government: First Name Robert M.I. Last Name McMaster Mailing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 2121 Ridgefield Rd City or Town Portage State Michigan ZIP Code 49024 Telephone Number 2692344964 E-mail Address mcmaster_xx@hotmail.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) 2121 Ridgefield Rd City or Town Portage County Kalamazoo State Michigan ZIP Code 49024 Taxing Authority (City or Township) City Of Portage (KALAMAZOO) Check which of the following you are appealing: (check all that apply) True Cash and Taxable Values Uncapping of Taxable Value 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 3 I am petitioning the 2026 assessment because the assessed market value of $327,000 substantially exceeds the property’s demonstrated market value. The property was exposed to the open market and initially listed for $325,000 before undergoing price reductions. After approximately 70 days on the market, the property sold in an arm’s-length transaction for $255,000 on September 9, 2025. Prior to the sale, an independent appraisal dated August 21, 2025 concluded a market value of $267,000. During the Board of Review appeal, Petitioner submitted the independent appraisal, evidence of the property’s marketing history, comparable sales, and the actual purchase price. Despite this evidence, the assessment remained based on a market value of $327,000. Petitioner requests that the Tribunal determine the property’s true cash value based upon the actual market evidence and reduce the assessment accordingly. Jurisdictional Issues: Did you protest the assessment at a Board of Review? Yes If Yes, check which Board of Review you attended: March If No, please check the applicable reason(s): Year(s) Under Appeal: 2026 Valuation Information for Each Parcel under Appeal: Parcel Number: 1007320002O Classification of Property: Real (check one) Residential (check one) Current Assessed Value as established by the Board of Review: 163500 Current Taxable Value as established by the Board of Review: 107777 What do you believe is the fair market value? 255000 Multiply the True Cash Value by .5 and enter here. This is your contention of Assessed Value. 127500 If you believe the Taxable Value differs from your contention of Assessed Value, enter your contention of Taxable Value. 107777
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR 3 of 3 Electronic Signature *Typing your name below will serve as your signature Petitioner’s Signature: /s/ Robert McMaster Attorney or Authorized Agent’s Signature: /s/ Fee Information: If you do not have a Principal Residence Exemption of at least 50% at the time of the filing of this petition, you are required to pay a filing fee for the filing of this appeal. The filing fee is based on the greater of State Equalized Value or Taxable Value in contention. If you are appealing more than one parcel, the parcel with the highest State Equalized Value or Taxable Value in contention will be used to determine your filing fee, plus $25.00 will be added for each additional parcel being
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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 Robert McMaster, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 26-002265 City Of Portage, 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: September 9, 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 Robert McMaster, Petitioner, MICHIGAN TAX TRIBUNAL SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION v MTT Docket No. 26-002265 City Of Portage, 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: September 9, 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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Appraisal Associates (800) 728-8444 147256 1034000276397 2121 Ridgefield Rd Portage MI 49024 Rebecca Karakula BAYER, LARRY A & DONNA R Kalamazoo SHANNONDALE ACRES LOT 2 39-07320-002-O 2024 4,620 City of Portage--Portage Public Schools 28020 0020.05 0 0 CrossCountry Mortgage, LLC ISAOA/ATIMA 2160 Superior Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44114 DOM 70;Public records/MLS. See attached addenda. Arms length sale;The contract appears to be a typical arms length transaction. A fully executed contract containing seven pages and dated 07/15/2025 was provided by the management company. No value was given to non-realty items. 255,000 07/15/2025 Public Records $12,000;;Closing cost, prepaids, points. 215 410 305 47 85 65 65 5 3 2 25 Kalarama Avenue north, Oakland Drive east, Romence Road south and Rothbury Street west. Other land use is undeveloped and has no impact on the subject's value or marketability. The subject property has access to the major transportation routes that run throughout the area. Educational, recreational and other supporting facilities are all accessible and within five miles. Homes in the subject's neighborhood consist... CONTINUED IN THE ADDENDUM Market conditions in the subject's neighborhood appear to be stable with marketing times ranging from one to five months. Most homes in the area are purchased with FHA or conventional loans with a number of lending institutions in the area providing competitive rates. CONTINUED IN THE ADDENDUM. 9x105.92x90.99x151.23 13634 sf Mostly Rectangular N;Res; R-1B One Family Residential See attached addenda. Asphalt None X 26077C0301E 07/31/2024 The subject is directly adjacent to residential dwellings to the west, south, east and directly across the street to the north. There is no market data to indicate proximity to any non-residential use has any impact on marketability or value. 2 Traditional 1969 45 625 0 Prd Conc/Adq Alum/Brick/Adq AsphShgl/Adq Alum/Adq DH/Csmt/Adq Insulated/Adq Nylon/Adq Cpt/Vinyl/Adq DW/Pnl/Adq Wood/Adq Tile/Vinyl/Adq Tile Natural gas None 1 None None 0 None Screen None 2 Asphalt 2 0 9 4 2.1 2,243 Replacement windows, updated boiler and hot water heater, other energy efficient items are typical for the age and design of the home. C4;Kitchen-updated-six to ten years ago;Bathrooms-updated-six to ten years ago;The subject is a two story home with a primary bedroom, primary bath, hall bath and three additional bedrooms on the second floor. The main floor has a family room with fireplace, living room, den, half bath, dining room and kitchen with dining area. There is a covered porch at the front of the home with a screen porch at the rear. All utilities were on and working at the time of inspection. No state/local codes require CO detectors and/or water heater straps. Form 1004UAD - "TOTAL" appraisal software by a la mode, inc. - 1-800-ALAMODE Uniform Residential Appraisal Report File # SUBJECT CONTRACT NEIGHBORHOOD SITE IMPROVEMENTS The purpose of this summary appraisal report is to provide the lender/client with an accurate, and adequately supported, opinion of the market value of the subject property. Property Address City State Zip Code Borrower Owner of Public Record County Legal Description Assessor's Parcel # Tax Year R.E. Taxes $ Neighborhood Name Map Reference Census Tract Occupant Owner Tenant Vacant Special Assessments $ PUD HOA $ per year per month Property Rights Appraised Fee Simple Leasehold Other (describe) Assignment Type Purchase Transaction Refinance Transaction Other (describe) Lender/Client Address Is the subject property currently offered for sale or has it been offered for sale in the twelve months prior to the effective date of this appraisal? Yes No Report data source(s) used, offering
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR 1 of 3 PROPERTY TAX APPEAL PETITION FORM VALUATION / UNCAPPING APPEAL MTT DOCKET NO. Petitioner’s Contact Information: Filer Type: Individual Local Unit of Government: First Name Robert M.I. Last Name McMaster Mailing Address (No., Street, P.O. Box or Rural Route) 2121 Ridgefield Rd City or Town Portage State Michigan ZIP Code 49024 Telephone Number 2692344964 E-mail Address mcmaster_xx@hotmail.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) 2121 Ridgefield Rd City or Town Portage County Kalamazoo State Michigan ZIP Code 49024 Taxing Authority (City or Township) City Of Portage (KALAMAZOO) Check which of the following you are appealing: (check all that apply) True Cash and Taxable Values Uncapping of Taxable Value 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 3 I am petitioning the 2026 assessment because the assessed market value of $327,000 substantially exceeds the property’s demonstrated market value. The property was exposed to the open market and initially listed for $325,000 before undergoing price reductions. After approximately 70 days on the market, the property sold in an arm’s-length transaction for $255,000 on September 9, 2025. Prior to the sale, an independent appraisal dated August 21, 2025 concluded a market value of $267,000. During the Board of Review appeal, Petitioner submitted the independent appraisal, evidence of the property’s marketing history, comparable sales, and the actual purchase price. Despite this evidence, the assessment remained based on a market value of $327,000. Petitioner requests that the Tribunal determine the property’s true cash value based upon the actual market evidence and reduce the assessment accordingly. Jurisdictional Issues: Did you protest the assessment at a Board of Review? Yes If Yes, check which Board of Review you attended: March If No, please check the applicable reason(s): Year(s) Under Appeal: 2026 Valuation Information for Each Parcel under Appeal: Parcel Number: 1007320002O Classification of Property: Real (check one) Residential (check one) Current Assessed Value as established by the Board of Review: 163500 Current Taxable Value as established by the Board of Review: 107777 What do you believe is the fair market value? 255000 Multiply the True Cash Value by .5 and enter here. This is your contention of Assessed Value. 127500 If you believe the Taxable Value differs from your contention of Assessed Value, enter your contention of Taxable Value. 107777
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STATE OF MICHIGAN GRETCHEN WHITMER GOVERNOR DEPARTMENT OF LICENSING AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS LANSING MARLON I. BROWN, DPA DIRECTOR 3 of 3 Electronic Signature *Typing your name below will serve as your signature Petitioner’s Signature: /s/ Robert McMaster Attorney or Authorized Agent’s Signature: /s/ Fee Information: If you do not have a Principal Residence Exemption of at least 50% at the time of the filing of this petition, you are required to pay a filing fee for the filing of this appeal. The filing fee is based on the greater of State Equalized Value or Taxable Value in contention. If you are appealing more than one parcel, the parcel with the highest State Equalized Value or Taxable Value in contention will be used to determine your filing fee, plus $25.00 will be added for each additional parcel being
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