assessed value
Spanish: valor catastral, valuación fiscal, tasación oficial
Description
The assessed value refers to the value assigned to a property for tax purposes, which may differ from its market value. It is used by local governments to determine property taxes owed by the owner.
Interpreter Notes
Interpreters should be aware that 'valor catastral' is frequently used in formal contexts, while 'valuación fiscal' may be encountered in specific regional discussions. Avoid using colloquial terms that may not be understood universally, and ensure clarity when explaining the purpose of assessed values in relation to property taxes.
Example Sentences
EN: The assessed value of the property was significantly lower than its market value.
ES: El valor catastral de la propiedad era significativamente más bajo que su valor de mercado.
Common Interpreter Mistakes
Confusing 'valor catastral' with 'valor de mercado'; mixing up 'valuación fiscal' with 'tasación'; mispronouncing 'catastral' leading to misunderstanding.