Take Control of Your Property Taxes
Empowering Texas homeowners with the knowledge and tools to successfully protest their property tax assessments and save money.
Our Mission: Taxpayer Empowerment
We provide the resources you need to fight for fair taxation. Here's how we help:
Free Protest Course
A step-by-step guide to protesting your property valuation. Free, with an optional $1 donation.
County Taxpayer Groups
Find or form a local taxpayer association in your county to advocate for change.
Support Our Cause
Your donations help us keep our resources free and expand our reach across Texas.
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Show your support with "Texans vs. Taxes" themed apparel and products.
Texans vs. Taxes is dedicated to empowering every property owner across the state with the education and information needed to protest their property taxes annually, leading to immediate relief and long-term legislative change.
Free Educational Seminars
Providing comprehensive, free educational seminars that equip Texans with practical strategies to understand their property rights and effectively navigate the appraisal and protest processes.
Demystifying Tax Matters
Demystifying complex real estate and tax matters, emphasizing that the burden of proof in property tax disputes lies with the government.
Advocating Legislative Change
Advocating tirelessly for systemic legislative change at the state level to address the unsustainable property tax burden, which currently ranks Texas as the fourth worst state in the nation and the number one among non-income tax states.
Encouraging Civic Engagement
Fostering informed civic engagement by encouraging property owners to commit to the process of protesting and appealing, from informal telephone conferences and ARB hearings to arbitration, ensuring every Texan has the confidence to challenge unjust valuations.
Our ultimate hope is to bring about relief for all Texans, ensuring property ownership remains a cornerstone of the American dream, not a burden that taxes people out of their homes.
Master the Property Tax Protest
Our comprehensive course, developed by industry experts, walks you through every step of the protest process. Learn how to gather evidence, build a strong case, and present it effectively to your appraisal district.
- Understand your property valuation notice.
- Find comparable properties and build your evidence file.
- Navigate both informal and formal hearings.
Strength in Numbers
A single voice can be ignored, but a chorus of voices demands to be heard. County Taxpayer Associations are crucial for organized, local advocacy.
A Central Hub for Local Action
We believe in empowering local communities. Our Association Hub is designed to be a central resource to kickstart taxpayer advocacy in every county.
- Find Existing Groups: We'll connect you with a directory of established taxpayer associations in Texas.
- Start Your Own: If no group exists in your county, we provide the forms, information, and guidance to help you form one.
Support the Fight for Fair Taxes
Your contributions are vital. They allow us to create more educational content, support new county associations, and advocate for taxpayers statewide. Every dollar makes a difference.
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Visit the ShopFounded by an Expert, For the People
Our organization is led by a seasoned professional dedicated to taxpayer rights.
Michael Berlanga
CPA, Real Estate Broker & Senior Property Tax Consultant
With decades of combined experience as a CPA, real estate broker, and senior property tax consultant, our founder provides a unique, multi-faceted expertise. This deep understanding of financial strategy, property markets, and the protest process ensures our resources are practical, effective, and designed to save Texans money.