Property Valuation

What is 'assessed value' in Rhode Island and how is it used?

AThe value an appraiser assigns for a bank loan
BThe value assigned by the municipality's tax assessor, used as the basis for calculating property taxes✓ Correct
CThe value set by the state for eminent domain purposes
DThe sale price agreed upon by buyer and seller

Explanation

Assessed value is the value placed on property by the local tax assessor for property tax purposes. In Rhode Island, each municipality sets assessed values, which are typically a percentage of full fair market value, and multiplies them by the tax rate to determine property taxes.

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