Here’s what you need to know about the most frequently asked property tax questions: Protesting your property taxes does not impact your resale value; it only affects your taxable value. A successful reduction can never be guaranteed. That being said, we helped over 80% of our clients achieve a reduction in the 2024 tax [...]

Here’s the answer to the question, “Where do my property taxes go?”: Your property tax bill is a collection of taxes levied by multiple local entities, including school districts, cities, counties, and special-purpose districts. Each taxing entity applies its own tax rate to your property's taxable value, which all adds up to your total [...]

 Here’s what you need to know about the ARB hearing process in Texas: An ARB hearing is a formal meeting with the local Appraisal Review Board to resolve a property tax dispute between a property owner and the county appraisal district. It’s crucial to take the necessary steps to build and present a strong [...]

Here’s what you need to know about property tax myths and the truth behind them: Common property tax myths deter homeowners from protesting and potentially achieving a significant reduction in their tax bill. Myth: Protesting will flag my home for higher future appraisals. Myth: Cosmetic repairs affect my property taxes. Myth: Protesting is only [...]

Here’s what you need to know about getting a lower tax bill by protesting property taxes: Yes, it is worth it to protest your property taxes for a lower tax bill. Any change to the CAD-appraised value or applicable exemptions can affect the taxable value, which affects your overall property tax bill. Even a [...]

Here’s what you need to know about the 2025 property tax protest deadline: The 2025 deadline for protesting property taxes is May 15, just a few days away. You may only file late in specific, rare circumstances, which don't always lead to a significant reduction, if at all. If you intend to protest this [...]

 Here’s what you need to know about hiring property tax experts: You can protest your property taxes by doing it all yourself or by hiring a professional company. Protesting on your own involves multiple steps, can be time-consuming, stressful, and may not always lead to your desired tax savings. While working with professionals cannot [...]

Here’s what you need to know about getting a lower monthly mortgage payment: Refinancing, recasting, or modifying your loan can lead to a lower monthly mortgage payment. Eliminating your mortgage insurance can also reduce monthly payments by removing a portion of the monthly costs. Shop around for a better home insurance rate to get [...]

Here’s what you need to know about hiring a Texas property tax protest company: Protesting is your right as a Texas property owner, but the process can be time-consuming, confusing, and overwhelming without experience. Working specifically with a Texas-focused company provides the advantage of state and local expertise and more personalized service. Gill, Denson [...]