PUBLISHED: December 12, 2024

Recovering from flood and storm damage can be overwhelming, but having the right information can make the process much smoother. In this interview, Seasafe Homes sits down with Mike Twitty, Pinellas County Property Appraiser, to discuss vital topics that directly impact homeowners as they rebuild and recover. In this comprehensive discussion, we cover:

• The Role of the Property Appraiser’s Office: Learn what responsibilities fall under their jurisdiction and how they serve homeowners.
• FEMA Structure Value Letter Changes: Understand the recent updates and how they may affect your property assessments.
• Structure Value Estimates: Differences between the Property Appraiser’s value and independent appraisals explained.
• Building Value Reconsideration Tool: A walkthrough of this new service to help homeowners adjust their property estimates accurately.
• Tax Implications for 2024 and Beyond: Key insights into tax impacts following storm damage and how to prepare for future assessments.
• Partial Property Tax Refunds: Discover how to apply for refunds on storm-damaged properties.
• Calamity Rule and Substantial Damage: Understand the rules, effective square footage adjustments, and how the Calamity Calculator works for rebuilding efforts.

Mike Twitty provides expert guidance on navigating these complex topics, offering valuable insights for homeowners dealing with substantial damage letters, substantial improvement requirements, and tax relief programs.

ABOUT: Welcome to Seasafe Homes, where we specialize in building coastal, flood-resistant homes in the Tampa Bay area. Our YouTube channel highlights our innovative, dual-site construction methods that protect your home from hurricanes, flooding, and other severe weather events. Combining off-site and on-site construction methods, we deliver homes quickly without compromising on strength or quality, ensuring a safe, durable structure built to withstand coastal challenges. At Seasafe Homes, we’re driven by purpose. In addition to creating strong, flood-resistant homes, we commit 20% of our net profits to mission-related work, including disaster relief and community development. When you build with Seasafe, you're not only investing in your home but also supporting positive change in the world.