Frequently Asked Questions
Property taxes are also known as ad valorem taxes because the taxes are levied on the value of the property by governing authorities of the jurisdiction in which the property is located. Property taxes are sources which benefit several entities of the county and provide more tax dollars to these local services in Texas than any other source, such as police and fire protection, playgrounds, emergency medical services, public schools, libraries, city streets, country roads, etc.
A property tax protest is a formal process by which property owners can challenge the assessed value of their property and the associated tax bill. The goal of the protest is to reduce the amount of taxes due.
Tax Cutter is a firm that specializes in helping clients reduce their property taxes. We have developed sophisticated software to find ways of reducing your annual property taxes. You can get an estimate of your tax savings in less than 60 seconds and then sign up for our services. This will enable us to protest your property taxes with your local tax authorities. The best part is that we offer the best pricing packages in Texas!
Tax Cutter services typically involve the tax consultant gathering information on the property and its value, reviewing comparable properties in the area, and preparing a formal protest letter to the local tax assessor. The consultant will then work with the assessor to review the evidence and negotiate a lower assessment on behalf of the homeowner. All you have to do is sign up with us in less than 5 minutes and relax while we save you money!
The length of the property tax protest process varies from county to county, but typically it takes between 60 and 90 days.