Property Tax Consulting Lawyer in Victoria, TX

Navigating Complex Tax Laws in the Surrounding Texas Counties

Property taxes are a significant and often confusing expense for Texas homeowners, business owners, and investors. With varying local rates, frequent legislative changes, and complex appraisal processes, many property owners find themselves uncertain about their rights, exemptions, or how to contest an assessment.

Ashley Weathersby Law offers comprehensive property tax consulting services to help you understand your obligations, identify potential savings, and pursue fair treatment under the law.

Consult our Victoria property tax consulting attorney about your case. Call us at (361) 203-2488 or use our online contact form to make an appointment. Virtual consultations are available for convenience.

Why You May Need Legal Help with Texas Property Taxes

Property tax laws in Texas are complex, and even minor errors can result in substantial financial consequences.

You may benefit from our services if you:

Receive a Notice of Appraised Value that seems too high or inconsistent with market conditions.
Own multiple properties and need assistance managing assessments, exemptions, and appeals.
Qualify for exemptions (such as homestead, senior, or disabled) but haven't applied for or been granted them.
Disagree with your property's valuation and wish to protest the assessment.
Are involved in a property dispute that affects your tax obligations.
Need assistance with tax planning for estate or business purposes.

Our firm provides personalized guidance to help you navigate these challenges effectively.

How We Can Assist You

Ashley Weathersby Law offers a range of services to help property owners manage their tax obligations:

Property tax protests. We can assist you in filing and presenting effective protests to the Appraisal Review Board, aiming to achieve fair property valuations.
Exemption applications. Our firm helps determine eligibility for various exemptions and makes timely and accurate applications.
Tax planning. We provide strategic advice on property tax implications for estate planning, business operations, and investment decisions.
Appeals. If necessary, we represent clients in appeals to higher authorities, including the State Office of Administrative Hearings.
Legislative updates: We can keep you informed about changes in property tax laws and how they may affect your obligations and rights.

Understanding the Texas Property Tax System

Texas operates under a local property tax system, meaning taxes are assessed and collected by local appraisal districts and taxing authorities, such as counties, cities, and school districts.

Here's an overview of the process:

Valuation: Each year, local appraisal districts assess the market value of taxable properties as of January 1. This valuation takes into account factors such as property characteristics and prevailing market conditions.
Exemptions: Property owners may qualify for various exemptions that reduce the taxable value of their property, thereby lowering their tax liability. Common exemptions include:
- Homestead: Reduces the taxable value of a primary residence.
- Over-65 or disabled persons: Provides additional relief for qualifying individuals.
- Disabled veterans: Offers varying levels of exemption based on disability rating.
- Charitable, religious, or educational: For qualifying organizations.
Tax rates: Local taxing authorities set the tax rates annually. These rates are applied to the appraised value minus any exemptions to determine the amount of tax owed.
Protests and appeals: If you disagree with your property's appraisal, you have the right to file a protest with the Appraisal Review Board (ARB). It is generally an option only for owner-occupied residential homesteads and for specific non-homestead properties where the value determined by the ARB exceeds $1 million. For most property owners, the appeal options are the District Court or Binding Arbitration.

Recent & Upcoming Changes in Property Tax Laws

Several legislative changes and proposed amendments may impact property tax assessments and exemptions:

Increase homestead. Proposition 13, on the November 2025 ballot, proposes increasing the homestead exemption from $100,000 to $140,000. If approved, this would reduce the taxable value of primary residences, potentially lowering homeowners' tax bills.
Circuit breaker limitation. Starting in 2024, a 20% "circuit breaker" limitation applies to the net appraised value of non-homestead real property valued at $5 million or less. This cap prevents the appraised value from increasing more than 20% from the previous year, providing significant relief for commercial and investment property owners. (Note: Homesteads have a separate 10% cap.)
Tax rate compression. Efforts are underway to compress school district tax rates, aiming to reduce the tax burden on property owners. For instance, some school districts have implemented slight reductions in their tax rates.
Proposed exemptions. Upcoming constitutional amendments may introduce new exemptions, such as property tax relief for homes destroyed by fire and increased exemptions for elderly or disabled homeowners.

Talk to Our Victoria Property Tax Consulting Attorney

Navigating the complexities of Texas property tax laws and updates can be a challenging task. Attorney Ashley Weathersby understands your concerns and issues. Our firm can help you understand your property tax bill and explore options to protect your financial rights and interests as a homeowner or commercial property owner.

Call us at (361) 203-2488 or connect with us online to discuss your situation with our Victoria attorney for guidance and advice today.

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