News and Insights

10.25.13

Personal Property Tax Reform

Dykema lawyers, William C. Lentine and Carl Rashid, Jr., co-authored an article, "Personal Property Tax Reform," that appears in the Fall 2013 issue of Michigan Tax Lawyer, a quarterly publication of…

October 2011, December 2012

"Assessing Value: How Appealing Your Property Taxes Can Return Money to Your Bottom Line"

“Property tax on the real estate and personal property that you own or that you lease is part of the overhead of the operation of your business,” says Carl Rashid, Jr., leader of Dykema's Property Tax…

1.31.24

Appeals of Classification of Cannabis Growing Real Property – Opportunity for Tax Savings

If you are interested in appealing your property classification, please contact Carl Rashid, Mark Magyar, Lance Boldrey, or John Fraser. Continue Reading

4.14.22

2022 Real and Personal Property Tax Appeals

The 2022 tax assessment of real and personal property have been determined by the local Assessor and a Notice of Assessment was issued and mailed to property owners. Property owners should make sure…

2.04.21

2021 Notice of Tax Assessments Will Be Issued in February

The 2021 tax assessment of real and personal property will be determined by local Assessors in February, at which time a Notice of Assessment will be issued and mailed to property owners. Property…

5.20.20

Still Time to Appeal: Executive Order and Bills Aim to Extend Property Tax Assessment Appeal Dates in Michigan and Provide Additional Tax Relief in Illinois

The 2020 appeal season is moving and changing quickly, so be sure to not miss any filing deadlines. The deadline for filing petitions with the Michigan Tax Tribunal is set by statute as May 31. On May…

8.15.23

A tax breakthrough for growers? Cannabis industry scores big win in new Michigan ruling

In a first-of-its-kind decision, a Michigan-based cannabis business was recognized as an agricultural operation. A potential milestone for the industry, this ruling sheds light on the legal…

10.04.23

"Marijuana plants thrive in Michigan soil. But is it agriculture?"

Carl Rashid and Mark Magyar were both quoted in MLive.

10.28.15

Steve Grob and Carl Rashid to Speak at Michigan Tax Conference

Detroit-based attorneys Carl Rashid, Jr., member of the Dykema’s Real Estate Practice Group and leader of Dykema’s Property Tax Appeals practice, Steven E. Grob, member of the firm’s Taxation and…

11.13.14

Three Dykema Attorneys Present at the 2014 Michigan Tax Conference

Three Dykema attorneys—Wayne Roberts, Assistant Leader of the firm’s Tax Practice Group; Carl Rashid, Jr., Detroit-based member of the Firm’s Real Estate Practice Group and leader of Dykema’s Property…

8.15.24

216 Dykema Lawyers Listed in The Best Lawyers in America® 2025 and Best Lawyers “Ones to Watch”

Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that 216 of its attorneys, in multiple practice areas and markets, have been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2025 guide and the Best…

8.17.23

194 Dykema Lawyers Listed in The Best Lawyers in America® 2024 and Best Lawyers “Ones to Watch”

Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that 194 of its attorneys, in multiple practice areas and markets, have been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America© 2024 guide and the Best…

8.18.22

180 Dykema Lawyers Listed in The Best Lawyers in America© 2023 and Best Lawyers “Ones to Watch”

Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that 180 of its attorneys, in multiple practice areas and markets, have been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America© 2023 guide and the Best…

8.16.22

Carl Rashid to Moderate Tax Session in MICPA Conference

Carl Rashid will serve as moderator in the session, “Ask the Experts: Personal & Real Property Tax Issues,” at the MICPA Small Firm Practitioners Conference. The conference will take place August 16…

1.11.24

SBM Cannabis Law Section Webinar on Property Classification

Mark Magyar and Carl Rashid served as featured presenters for "State Bar of Michigan (SBM) Cannabis Law Section Webinar on Property Classification," which took place on January 11, 2024.

8.04.20

Property Tax Appeals: From Filing Deadline Extensions to How to Start an Appeal

With the State of Michigan extending the deadline to file a property tax appeal to August 31, 2020, there is still time to reduce your overhead costs without impacting your cash flow. This webinar…