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Cees (71) in serious trouble after filing property tax objection through online agency

Cees (71) in serious trouble after filing property tax objection through online agency

A 71-year-old man named Cees Groen from Spanbroek is facing financial trouble after seeking help from an online agency to object to his property valuation. He was shocked to receive a payment demand for the agency's services, which has caused him significant distress.

Based on reporting by haarlemsdagblad. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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