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A Guide to the Collin County Homestead Exemption

Learn about the property tax exemptions for homesteads in Collin County, TX, including how to apply and important deadlines.

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Applications and Deadlines for the Fort Bend County Homestead Exemption

Find out how to apply for the homestead exemption in Fort Bend County, TX, and the approaching filing deadlines.

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Harris County Homestead Exemption: Deadlines and How To Apply

Learn how to apply for a homestead tax exemption in Harris County, TX, and the important deadlines for filing.

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Houston’s Retail Market Outlook: Why Property Tax Appeals Matter More Than Ever

Houston’s retail market faces rising vacancies and rent pressures. To improve profits, ensure you’re getting a fair property tax assessment with Ownwell.

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Property Tax Relief From California Fires: What You Need to Know

Lost your home or suffered damage from the LA County wildfires? Learn how to reduce your property taxes and get financial relief.

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Are You Diligent or Not With Property Tax Appeals for Your Commercial Investments in Atlanta?

Are you overpaying on property taxes in Atlanta? With record-high office vacancies, a strategic appeal can unlock big savings. Learn how to protect your assets.

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How to Navigate the Texas Triangle’s Office Cap Rate Trends

Discover Texas office cap rate trends for 2025 and beyond. Learn strategies to optimize returns, minimize taxes, and navigate high-yield CRE opportunities.

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Austin's Apartment Market Is at a Crossroads

Austin’s multi-family market faces record demand and soaring vacancies—explore what’s driving the shift and uncover strategies to protect your investments.

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Study: The Three-Year Impact of Not Protesting Texas Property Taxes

This data study examines the amount of savings between homeowners who did and did not protest their Texas property taxes from 2022 to 2024. Plus, how much market values increased YoY between the two!

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A Dream Home With Lower Property Taxes

How a protest helped one customer save thousands of dollars on their property tax bill.

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Reducing the Taxes on a New Rental Property

How a protest helped the new owner of a commercial property fix a tax bill adjustment.

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A New Home Assessed Above Its Sale Price

Our service ensures homeowners do not overpay on their property taxes.

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The Florida Condo Tax Bill That Kept On Going Up

How we helped a retired senior keep their home.

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Equity Prevails: Ownwell's Analysis Leads to $5,553 Tax Savings

Ownwell's analysis reduces assessed property value by demonstrating overvaluation through an equity argument.

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How Ownwell Earned a 16% Property Tax Reduction for an $8.8m Waterfront Office

The past couple years have been complicated for commercial real estate.

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Ownwell Cuts Assessment After Land Value Increases 5x

Ownwell secures reduction to prior year assessed value after 482% proposed increase by county.

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How to Calculate Property Tax: A Homeowner’s Guide

Our guide will help you navigate the complexities of property tax calculations. Understand the formula, key factors, and strategies to minimize your tax burden.

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Breaking Down Alameda’s November Property Tax Measures

This article details the 16 property tax-related measures in Alameda County from the November election. Learn how they’ll affect residents’ property taxes.

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Assessed Value vs Market Value: Definition and Key Differences

Discover the key differences between market value and assessed value of your home. Understand how these valuations impact your property decisions effectively.

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California's Proposition 5 Failed, What Does That Mean?

This article explains the historical context around California’s Proposition 5, its meaning, failure to pass, and overall impact.

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Are Property Taxes Deductible? How it Works and When to Deduct

Explore the nuances of property tax deductions for homeowners. Understand eligibility, claiming processes, and essential tips to optimize your tax savings.

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Your Guide to Nassau County Property Taxes

This article explains everything you need to know about Nassau County property taxes, from how properties are assessed, available exemptions, and how to file a tax grievance.

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How to Pay Your Property Tax Bill

Find out how to efficiently handle your property tax payments. This thorough guide explains the methods available for homeowners with mortgages as well as those who own their homes outright.

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Explained: Florida's Amendment 5 and Other Property Tax Laws

This article explains Florida’s Amendment 5 and other November 2024 election results affecting your property tax, from tax collectors to increased millage rates.

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Illinois Income Tax Advisory Question 2024 Election Explained

This article explains Illinois’ income tax advisory question on the 2024 election and its implications for the 2026 election and property taxes.

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Georgia Amendment 1 and Referendum A Results from November 2024 Election

Understand Georgia’s Amendment 1 and Referendum A, two statewide property tax bills passed in the November 2024 election, and how they’ll impact property taxes in 2025!

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Texas Roundup: Property Tax Bill Results From November 2024 Election

Learn about the most impactful property tax bill-related results from the 2024 November election. Discover how local results will affect your property taxes!

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Special Assessment Tax: Definition and What You Need to Know

Discover the essentials of special assessment taxes, their role in funding local projects, and how they differ from property taxes. Stay informed as a property owner.

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Property Tax Grievance: What You Need to Know

Learn everything you need to know about what a tax grievance is in New York, from why to protest your property taxes to how to file a grievance!

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Ad Valorem Taxes: What Are They and Who Pays Them?

Do you own a home? If so, you can benefit from understanding what ad valorem taxes are and how to reduce them—find out more here

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The Hidden Costs of Owning a Home

Uncover the financial realities of owning a home. From down payments to property taxes, our guide provides essential insights to help you navigate the costs.

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What's The Texas Homestead Exemption, and Do You Qualify?

Attention Lone Star State property owners: Don't miss out on the Texas homestead exemption! Here's what you need to know to apply.

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The First-time Homeowner's Guide to Property Taxes

Master your property tax obligations with our First-time Homeowner's Guide. Explore tax types, assessment processes, and effective strategies to minimize costs.

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What is a property tax protest—and how can I get help?

Want to lower your property tax bill but have no idea where to start? This guide on property tax protests will point you in the right direction.

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Maximizing Your Property Tax Savings in California: Homeowners’ Exemptions and Proposition 13 Explained

Navigating property taxes can be daunting, but understanding key elements like the Homeowners’ Exemption and Proposition 13 can lead to significant savings for California homeowners.

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Save Money on Your Property Taxes with New York's STAR Credit Program

Are you looking to reduce your property taxes in New York? The School Tax Relief (STAR) Credit program offers a fantastic opportunity to save money on your property taxes.

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How The Homestead Cap Impacts Texas Property Tax Protests

Everything you need to know about the homestead cap and its impact on property taxes protests in the Lone Star State.

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Property Portal: Everything You Need at Your Fingertips

Viewing appeal status updates, uploading additional documents, and referring friends just got easier. A walk through Ownwell's Property Portal!

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Property Values & Tax Protests: Who pays the highest effective tax rates?

Data Analysis Prepared by Ownwell May 2022 explaining who has the highest property taxes in the U.S. and areas of Texas.

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Property Tax Exemptions: What You Need To Know

This article covers what property tax exemptions are, as well as who typically qualifies for them.

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What You Need to Know About DIY Property Tax Appeals

Property tax appeals are a great way for property owners to save money. However, filing an appeal is not for the faint of heart.

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Property Damage Repairs and Tax Reductions: What You Need To Know

Evidence of property damage or deferred maintenance is one of the most effective ways to reduce your property taxes.

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New Name. Same Fast & Simple Property Tax Appeals.

We are excited to officially announce that we have changed our name from realAppeal to Ownwell.

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Retired Developer Cuts Property Tax Bill with Ownwell’s Software

Learn how Ownwell used its expert property tax consultants and proprietary software to reduce a mix-used commercial property’s assessed value by $190,000

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Ownwell's Negotiation Skills Secure Significant Tax Reduction for Clients

Travis County Appraisal District Responds to Evidence, Lowers Property Value

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High Home Taxes? Our Top Tips for Lowering Your Property Tax Bill

Property taxes can significantly impact your budget. Explore effective strategies to reduce these costs and understand the importance of proactive management.

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Home values have skyrocketed in 2021, does that mean my tax bill will too?

Although home values have skyrocketed recently, this does not mean that your property taxes will reflect this same increase in value.

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Ownwell Secures $12K Tax Cut on Texas Industrial Property

Facing a massive property tax hike? See how Ownwell saved a Texas family business $12,642 (74% reduction) in property taxes on their industrial property.

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How Ownwell Saved an Austin Developer $65,560 in Property Taxes

Discover how Ownwell reduced a property tax assessment by 69% for Austin developer Jon Trial, saving him $65,560. Sign up today to fight your property tax bills.

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