Every Texas homeowner faces some of the highest home property taxes in the country due to the state relying heavily on property tax revenue instead of income taxes. Many residential property owners end up overpaying simply because they never challenge their assessed values. At O’Connor, we specialize in helping you understand and reduce your Texas home property taxes, so your bill accurately reflects your home’s market value. What Is Residential Property Tax? Residential property tax is the annual amount you owe based on the appraised value of your home. County appraisal districts determine that value, but it’s not always correct. Over-assessed values lead to unnecessarily high tax bills—often without homeowners even realizing it. Residential Property Tax Help You Can Count On O’Connor’s experienced consultants provide residential property tax help from start to finish. We enroll your property in the Residential Property Tax Protection Program...
Property owners who want to ensure fair taxation should understand how the Walker County Appraisal District determines property values and what options are available if an assessment seems too high. Each year, properties are evaluated based on market trends, comparable sales, and property characteristics, which directly affect annual tax bills. If you believe your valuation is inaccurate, filing a property tax protest Walker County can be an effective way to challenge the assessment and potentially lower your tax burden. Once a protest is filed, cases are typically reviewed by the Appraisal Review Board (ARB) Walker County , an independent body responsible for hearing disputes between property owners and the appraisal district. Presenting strong evidence such as comparable property data, appraisal reports, and market analysis can improve your chances of achieving a favorable outcome. Successfully reducing your assessed value can lead to meaningful savings not only for the curre...