Jeff Nolan

Overview

Jeff Nolan is a Principal in Ryan’s Real Property Tax practice, based in the Firm’s Scottsdale office. He advises commercial property owners and managers on property tax strategy, appeals, and exemption opportunities, delivering disciplined, market-aligned solutions that support fair and defensible assessment outcomes.

Jeff brings extensive experience across public accounting, national consulting firms, and public-sector assessment and oversight bodies. His background includes senior leadership roles overseeing Arizona property tax practices and service on key state boards responsible for appraisal and equalization. This blend of advisory and regulatory experience enables Jeff to provide clients with clear guidance, strong advocacy, and practical insight into assessment methodologies and appeal processes. He is also a frequent speaker on property tax topics and an active contributor to professional education within the real estate and tax communities.

Education and Qualifications

Bachelor of Arts, Business Management, Park University

Certified Member of the Institute (CMI), Property Tax, Institute for Professionals in Taxation

Marshall Swift Cost Approach Certificate

Former Certified Property Tax Appraiser, Arizona Department of Revenue

United States Air Force and United States Army National Guard Veteran, Non-Commissioned Officer

Experience and Achievements

Principal, Real Property Tax, Ryan, Scottsdale office

• Advises commercial property owners on property tax appeals, exemptions, and valuation strategy

• Director and Office Leader, national tax and accounting firm

• Led Arizona property tax practice and regional service delivery

Director and Office Practice Leader, big four accounting firm

Vice President and Co-Manager, national property tax consulting firm

Member, Arizona State Board of Equalization

Vice Chairman, Arizona State Board of Appraisal

Deputy Assessor, Maricopa County Assessor’s Office, Land Division

Member, Institute for Professionals in Taxation