Frequently Asked Questions

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 If you received a letter from us, we have identified through public records that the county has erroneously overcharged your property tax. We can usually help you secure a refund of overpaid tax and put money back into your pocket.  The average refund in 2025 is just over $3000.

We currently serve the Charleston Tri-County area:  Berkeley, Charleston, and Dorchester counties.

As former real estate brokerage owners, we have been in the industry for over 20 years and helped hundreds of clients buy, sell, and manage their properties.

We guide you through the process.  This is something that you can do.  We give you the tools to succeed and secure your refund on your own.  We want you to have more money in your pocket - not in the government's coffers.  We help you with the 4% application and we're happy answer any questions along the way.

We help you for free.  There is no charge for guidance.  The application process is relatively simple and we strongly suggest that you do it yourself.  If you prefer that we do the work for you, then we charge 30% of the refund.  For example, if your tax refund is $3000, then our contingency fee is $1000.  There is never an upfront charge.  No refund - no cost to you.

Yes - there is a time limit.  The county will refund only the most recent two years of overpayment.

 It takes about eight weeks from the date of application to receive your check from the county. 

Go to:  https://berkeleycountysc.gov/dept/realprop/ and create an account.  From this portal, you will be able to access the 4% legal residence application.