How to Reduce the Property Tax in Texas

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Tip 1 - How to Lower Your Property Taxes, and When Not to Try It

Published: 9 years, 5 month(s) ago | Submitted by Beeralbion | permalink

As property values across the nation are on the rise, property taxes on a primary residence are unlikely to go down without a bit of effort and knowing where to look for savings.
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For further reading: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/mybanktracker/how-to-lower-your-propert_b_4378639.html ^[1]

Tip 2 - This Time, Lawmakers Want Property Tax Cut That Folks Notice, by Aman Batheja

Published: 9 years, 5 month(s) ago | Submitted by DEE MEHRA | permalink

The last time lawmakers cut property taxes, it barely registered with most voters because appraisal increases and local tax hikes overwhelmed the savings. This year's cut will be smaller, but Republican leaders hope people will feel richer for it. 

For further reading: http://www.texastribune.org/2015/02/25/can-lawmakers-cut-property-taxes-enough-texans-not/ ^[2]

Tip 3 - Should You Challenge Your Property Tax Assessment in Texas? | Nolo.com

Published: 9 years, 5 month(s) ago | Submitted by Ken Mc Qualter | permalink

Learn whether you’re eligible for big tax savings in Texas.

For further reading: http://www.nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/should-you-challenge-your-property-tax-assessment-texas.html ^[3]

Tip 4 - 5 Tricks For Lowering Your Property Tax

Published: 9 years, 5 month(s) ago | Submitted by Shyam Namashivayam | permalink

Find out what steps you can take to reduce your bill.
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For further reading: http://www.investopedia.com/articles/pf/07/property_tax_tips.asp ^[4]

Tip 5 - Watchdog: My guide to lowering your 2014 property taxes

Published: 9 years, 5 month(s) ago | Submitted by Michael Dees | permalink

Most Texans don’t know how easy it is to file an online property tax protest from home. Here’s how.
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For further reading: http://www.dallasnews.com/investigations/watchdog/20140508-watchdog-my-guide-to-lowering-your-2014-property-taxes.ece ^[5]