Let’s Talk About Tax

Minnesota law gives property owners, tenants, and other parties with a real estate interest the right to challenge property tax assessments. Because property taxes often represent a significant operating expense, a successful appeal can produce meaningful tax savings — both immediately and over the long term. 

Commercial property taxpayers had an eventful year at the Minnesota Tax Court, which handed down several taxpayer wins but also several notable losses. As we reach the end of 2025, we take a moment to look back on some of this year’s biggest valuation decisions in the commercial property tax space.

Many 501(c)(3) organizations receive a property tax statement on a newly acquired property and ask: "As a 501(c)(3) organization, aren't we exempt from property tax?"