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Austin Property Tax Blog
Practical guides for homeowners in Travis, Williamson, and Hays County — deadlines, evidence strategy, ARB hearings, and more.
Case Study: $320,000 Reduction on a Commercial Warehouse — How We Built the Case
A Travis County warehouse assessed at $1.4M. A custom evidence packet built around income analysis, real lease comps, and a documented inspection. Final ARB value: $1,080,000 — a $320,000 reduction.
Read articleWhy Big Property Tax Protest Companies Often Show Up With No Evidence — and Skip Your Hearing
Many large protest companies file your paperwork and disappear — no tailored evidence packet, no one at your informal review, no ARB hearing. Here's how the volume model works and what you should expect instead.
Read articleHow to Protest Your Property Appraisal in Travis County (Complete Guide)
Everything you need to know to protest your Travis County appraisal — key dates, filing steps, how to build a evidence case, and 18 tips to avoid losing your hearing.
Read articleWhat to Expect at Your Travis County ARB Hearing
Didn't settle at the informal review? An ARB hearing is your next step. Here's what happens in the room, what to bring, and how to present your case clearly.
Read articleHow to Find Comparable Sales to Win Your Property Tax Protest
Comparable sales are the strongest evidence you can bring to a property tax protest. Here's where to find them, what makes a comp relevant, and how many you need.
Read articleKyle, Buda & Dripping Springs: How to Protest Your Hays County Property Taxes
Hays County is one of the fastest-growing counties in the country — and appraisals have kept pace. Here's exactly how to protest your HCAD appraisal if you live in Kyle, Buda, or Dripping Springs.
Read articleHow to Read Your Travis County Notice of Appraised Value
The notice arrives in your mailbox every spring. Here's what every number on your TCAD Notice of Appraised Value means — and what to do if the value looks too high.
Read articleAustin Property Values Soared — Here's How to Fight Your 2025 Tax Bill
Austin home values surged over the past several years — and appraisal districts don't always get the numbers right. Here's why you should consider protesting, and how to get started.
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