Ethical.
Expert.
Effective.
Fair assessments and effective appeals mean equitable treatment
and lower tax burden for
all homeowners
Cubs fan, Deerfield native, lover of jam bands, and adoring father of three, Andrew Richter has deep roots in the Deerfield community.
Andrew’s depth and breadth of experience in the real estate community is evidenced by his stellar track record and unwavering leadership and entrepreneurship.
MAI Designated member of the Appraisal Institute, and one of the youngest appraisers to earn this mark of excellence as an expert in the valuation of real estate
Over 18 years as a commercial real estate appraiser throughout Chicago and the northern suburbs
Proud Deerfield-based small business owner
Incoming Regional Director of the Appraisal Institute
Past president of the Illinois Association of Certified Real Estate Appraisers
Past member of the Education Committee of the Chicago Chapter of the Appraisal Institute, receiving the chapter’s President’s Award in 2016
Working with almost every type of property, winning tax appeals for Deerfield residents, writing appraisals in support of Township Assessors and the Cook County State’s Attorney, and serving as an expert in front of the Lake County Board of Review and as an alternate member / hearing officer for assessment appeals for the Board of Review, Andrew is committed to bringing his exceptional expertise and passion for his field to his service as township assessor.
Andrew’s top priority is to return ethical practices rooted in equity and expertise to the office of assessor.
Ethical. Expert. Effective.
Our current assessor lacks experience. Our current assessor lacks initiative. Our current assessor lacks a conscience.
He undervalues commercial properties, has been inactive in the field throughout the pandemic, and consistently does not show up to defend the taxpayer’s position to the Board of Review, leading to inequitable treatment and higher taxes for residents.
With a background as a residential broker, he technically has the qualifications to be the assessor, but does not possess the skills required to accurately value the large office buildings and retail properties that make up a large portion of the tax base. As someone who has taken a back seat in the appeals process, he does not demonstrate the energy and dedication required to effectively protect our interests and our community.
Who do you trust to accurately value Walgreens’ headquarters, or Caterpillar’s, or the Hyatt hotel?
Not showing up for an appeal of one house might not matter, but what about when Walgreens or Caterpillar appeals their taxes, and there’s no one defending the community’s position? We all end up paying higher taxes, even if our assessments go down.
I will fight for all residents of Deerfield to have equitable assessments, and I will fight back against the corporations and their attorneys who keep getting away with appeals because there’s no one to say no.
With a fresh perspective, deep expertise in accurate valuation and navigating the Board of Review appeals process, and an ironclad commitment to equity and serving our community with integrity, Andrew Richter is the voice of real change for the people of West Deerfield Township.
Show your support for Andrew at the upcoming Township caucus on December 1.
