How to Lower Your Property Taxes in Texas: Protests, Exemptions, and Strategic Tips
For Texas homeowners, property taxes represent one of the most significant recurring expenses of homeownership. Texas consistently ranks among the top states with the highest property tax rates, making it crucial for property owners to understand how to legally minimize their tax burden. While property taxes fund essential public services like schools and infrastructure, no […]
Do ADUs Increase Property Taxes in Travis County?
Key Takeaways ADUs can significantly increase property taxes in Travis County, especially for non-homesteaded properties that don’t qualify for exemptions. The key is understanding how your ADU use affects homestead exemption eligibility before making construction or rental decisions. Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) have become increasingly popular across Travis County as homeowners seek additional income streams […]
8 Signs You Found the Best Property Tax Protest Company in Texas
Property taxes in Texas have continued to rise at an alarming rate, placing an increasingly heavy burden on homeowners across the state. With some areas seeing double-digit percentage increases year over year, many property owners find themselves struggling to keep up with escalating tax bills. This challenging situation makes it more important than ever to […]
Protesting Property Taxes in Texas: A Homeowner’s Guide to Saving Money
Receiving your annual property tax bill can be a frustrating experience for Texas homeowners. With property values fluctuating across the state, many homeowners find themselves facing an increasingly heavy tax burden each year. However, what many don’t realize is that they have the legal right to protest their tax appraised value and potentially save hundreds […]
Click, Submit, Save: A Guide to Texas Property Tax Protests Online
Every year, Texas homeowners face rising property tax bills, but many don’t realize they can protest these values online. Filing a property tax protest online has become increasingly common, offering convenience and efficiency for homeowners who want to challenge their property’s tax appraised value. But understanding the protest process is crucial for success. While online […]
Free CE Webinar For Texas Realtors: Property Taxes 101
Licensed real estate professionals … want to learn more about Texas property taxes while earning a CE credit? Find one of our free classes and join us! Class Schedule December 11th 10am-11am FULL December 18th 10am-11am FULL January 8th 11am-12pm FULL January 16th 11am-12pm FULL January 22nd 11am-12pm FULL February 4th 11am-12pm FULL February 19th […]
How to Challenge Your Property Tax Assessment in Texas
Property taxes are an unavoidable reality for Texas homeowners. As property values rise, so do the assessments used to calculate these taxes. However, tax appraisal errors can lead to unfair tax burdens. Knowing how tax appraisals work and the steps to challenge them can save you money. For many homeowners, the price of ownership is […]
2024 Preliminary Values for Texas
Understanding the intricacies of property taxes is crucial for homeowners and investors alike, especially in a state like Texas where property tax rates can significantly impact financial planning. As the first step of the property tax process in Texas, each year the county appraisal district office calculates your home’s “market” or appraisal value. Sometimes, they […]
Partnerships In Property Management That Improve The Investor Experience And Maximize Profits
Partnerships in property management are now invaluable assets, addressing the historically slow adoption of modern technologies in real estate and property management industries. More recently, forward-thinking property management companies have begun embracing technological advancements and strategic partnerships to add value, streamline workflows and provide a holistic experience for SFR (single-family residential) real estate owners. Industry […]
Step-by-step guide on how to protest your Texas property taxes
This video explains the entire process of how to protest your property taxes in Texas. Texas homeowners pay billions of dollars in property taxes each year to support local government services like police, fire departments and schools. The amount of property tax you pay is determined by two numbers: your property value and your property […]