This blog has previously observed how golf course redevelopment commonly leads to land use disputes between, on one hand, those seeking to redevelop the former course, and on the other hand, neighboring landowners benefiting from the status quo.[1] These disputes may find their way to court even when every government regulator has approved the
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30 Frequently Asked Questions for Minnesota Property Tax Appeals
Do you feel you are paying more than your fair share in property taxes? If so, you may be able to reduce your taxes or obtain a refund. Here are answers to some of the most common questions we receive about filing a property tax appeal in Minnesota.
Property Tax Appeal Essentials
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Securing a Cannabis License in Minnesota
By Doug Junker & Bill Griffith
Cannabis sales are anticipated to begin in Minnesota by spring or early summer of 2025. This new market will open opportunities for businesses to engage in cultivation, manufacturing, and retail sales, under a comprehensive framework designed to ensure compliance and safety.
In this episode of the Larkin Hoffman Real Estate Podcast, Bill Griffith…
Minnesota Joins the Ranks: Enacting the Minnesota Consumer Data Privacy Act
By Chris Young
On May 24, 2024, Governor Walz signed the recently passed Minnesota Consumer Data Privacy Act (“MCDPA” or “the Act”), making Minnesota the nineteenth state to enact a comprehensive data privacy law. The MCDPA, effective July 31, 2025, provides robust protections for Minnesota consumers regarding the use and misuse of their personal data, while imposing new…
Property Taxes High? Your Property Could Be Over Valued. Find Out More on The Larkin Hoffman Real Estate Podcast.
There is a simple formula that is used to determine how much you owe in property taxes, however if your property is valued incorrectly, you could be overpaying. Tim Rye and Adam Pabarcus from our property tax appeals team recently sat down with Bill Griffith to discuss the property tax appeals process and to…
You Received a Truth-in-Taxation Form and Your Property is Overvalued—Now What?
If you own property in Minnesota, you should have recently received a truth-in-taxation form showing the assessed value of your property for taxes payable in 2024. If you think your property has been overvalued, you may have options to reduce it.
What is the Truth-in-Taxation Form?
The purpose of the truth-in-taxation notice is to enhance…
Fair Property Taxes to Avoid Overpaying
Businesses face any number of headwinds. High interest rates, inflation, work shortages, and supply chain problems are just a few. Don’t let this list include overpaying on your property taxes.
As the saying goes, the only certain things in life are death and taxes. But that doesn’t mean you have to accept your property taxes…
Black Women in Real Estate: Redefining the Landscape
In the most recent episodes of The Larkin Hoffman Real Estate Podcast, I had the privilege of sitting down with three trailblazing Black women working for the City of Bloomington, Minnesota. Women, and Black women in particular, have historically been excluded from the real estate profession causing their representation in the industry to be notably low. However,…
Coming Soon! Black Women in Real Estate: Redefining the Landscape
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For our latest discussion on The Larkin Hoffman Real Estate Podcast, I had the privilege of sitting down with three pioneering Black women working for the City of Bloomington, Minnesota. Women, and Black women…
Negative Reviews, Unfair Competition, and Deceptive Trade Practices in Construction
You invested the time, money, and grit needed to build a successful construction business. You have the right insurance coverage, thoughtfully written contracts, and solid vendor relationships. Nothing stands in the way of your success, or so you thought. Unfortunately, contractors are vulnerable to attacks from sources that have nothing to do with mechanic’s liens…