Our broken property tax system affects everybody - no matter income level, political party, homeowner, tenant or landlord. The Texas legislature isn't going to pass anything to help unless you and I let our representatives know what we care about. Everything except property tax is getting attention

  My tax bill is too high. I can’t afford the house!!! Here is a list of options to consider... Reduce your insurance cost. Your house payment likely includes taxes, insurance, principle, and mortgage interest. If your payment has increased, there is a good chance your insurance rates have increase

Why your property taxes are high and what you can do about it (other than protesting) Your property taxes do not go to the state but to the local entities such as: City County School Hospital College Other special taxing district depending on County What can you do about your high taxes? A. Reduc

We are at the final stage of this year's tax protest. Everybody's tax protest results will be available soon. TAD's sent a little yellow postcard with a web address and it means ABSOLUTELY NOTHING! It has caused unnecessary stress and concern to everybody. It was part of the SP2 bill that was passe

Protesting is a great idea, but wouldn't it be nice to eliminate the need to pay property taxes? This link explains a feasible way to eliminate a significant portion of the property taxes: https://files.texaspolicy.com/uploads/2018/06/21170102/Robin-Hood-School-Property-Tax-Belew-Sass-Ginn-Peacock.p

Every professional tax agent/consultant offers a different level of service and they often specialize in certain property types. The best way to make sure you are getting the tax agent that specializes in the area's most important to you top notch service is to talk with a few different agents and c

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Most people don’t know anything about this option for their property tax protest hearings.   This is the Property Owner's Affidavit of Evidence form to use on your property tax protest.   This is the same form that you would file if you go to the Appraisal District and file for a formal protest. Th

Property appraisal notices usually sent to owners on or around April 1, will be delayed this year because of closures caused by COVID-19. Tarrant Appraisal District The Tarrant Appraisal District just announced that they are delaying sending out property tax value notices until May 1, 2020. Jeff La

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Everyone is compelled to stay at home due to the coronavirus pandemic. With classes being suspended, we have realized that transitioning from the public school setting is not a walk in the park. It is even way different than homeschooling. And we, as parents are trying to figure this out. Children a

Tangible and practical ways to make money at home.  Nobody wants to believe this, but this is actually the easiest part of the whole process. Most people get stuck here though because fear and panic has already set in. This does not mean you are incapable of coming up with good ideas. You absolutel

This past year, we protested on over 16,800 properties. We helped draft and pass a property tax reform bill with State Representative Matt Krause and we played an integral part in the Tarrant Apprisal District (TAD) Board of Directors Election - all for free. None of these accomplishments would have

Ask Your Mortgage Lender These Five Questions Before You Refinance With mortgage rates at a relative low, more homeowners than ever are looking for a solution to save on their significantly higher home payments. For many, this means turning to home mortgage refinancing. However, refinancing isn’t f

Here are the updated tax rates in Tarrant County for 2019-2020 as approved by the tax entities.  

Here are the updated tax rates in Denton County for 2019-2020 as approved by the tax entities.    

When you begin your search for a real estate agent in Fort Worth, Texas, you are on the hunt for the best. There are a number of qualities that make up a great realtor, from friendliness to professionalism. Narrowing down your search with what feels like endless options can be daunting. However, pu

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