Decline in Value is wholly owned subsidiary of DECLINE-IN-VALUE, INC. 

We assist real property owners in reducing their tax liability by way of assessment appeal and negotiation.

Our mission is based on one principle,

"No one should pay more than their fair share of taxes".

Senior Staff Bio

Kurt Goff
Founder, President & CEO

Kurt has over 20 years experience appraising residential property, and over 18 years experience in property tax appeals throughout California.

Robert S Leon
Manager, Residential Property Division

Robert has over 30 years experience in Real Estate, and currently holds licenses as a Certified Residential Appraiser as well as Real Estate Broker in the State of California. Robert instructed Real Estate Appraisal courses for 3 years at Chabot Community College in Hayward, CA from 1991 to 1994.  Robert served 5 years on Planning Commission for the City of Fremont, CA.  Robert also served 5 years on the Assessment Appeals Board for Alameda County, CA.