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The Office Sector Shake-Up: What High Vacancy Rates Mean for Your Property Taxes

The office real estate market is undergoing its most significant transformation in decades. The rise of remote work, corporate downsizing, and shifting tenant demands have left many office properties across Texas struggling with high vacancies and declining rents. Yet, appraisal districts continue to assess these properties using outdated assumptions, resulting in inflated valuations—and higher property tax…

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How to Build a Strong Case for Your Commercial Property Tax Appeal

For commercial property owners, an inaccurate tax assessment can result in thousands—or even millions—of dollars in unnecessary taxes. But appealing your property valuation isn’t just about filing paperwork; it’s about building a compelling, data-backed case that challenges the assumptions made by appraisal districts. The process can be complex, but with the right approach, significant savings are…

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A Deep Dive into Texas Multi-Family and Industrial Real Estate: Key Challenges and Opportunities

Texas continues to lead the nation in commercial real estate growth, with multi-family and industrial properties dominating the market. As economic and population trends fuel demand in these sectors, property owners are seeing rising valuations—and, with them, higher property tax burdens. While these upward trends present opportunities, they also introduce unique challenges that can impact property…

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Navigating Rising Assessments in TX: How Commercial Owners Can Respond

Texas commercial real estate continues to thrive, drawing investors, developers, and businesses eager to capitalize on its pro-business environment and expanding markets. However, this growth comes at a cost: rising property valuations that often translate to higher property tax bills for commercial RE owners. For many, the valuations being assigned don’t always reflect their property’s actual…

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The Myths and Realities of Texas Real Estate

When you think of Texas, you think BIG — big skies, big BBQ, big business, and yes, big real estate. But there’s another “big” that commercial property owners know all too well: property taxes. Texas boasts a business-friendly environment with no state income tax, attracting companies and investors nationwide. However, property taxes are a significant source…

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5 Mistakes Commercial Property Owners Make During the Appeal Process

For commercial property investors, property taxes often represent one of the largest annual expenses. Yet, many owners unknowingly overpay because they miss opportunities to challenge unfair or inaccurate valuations. Filing a successful appeal can significantly reduce costs, but certain common mistakes can undermine the process and cost property owners thousands of dollars. Here are the Top…

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CRE Trends in Valuation for 2025

The Texas commercial real estate market continues to be a dynamic force, drawing investors and developers from across the country. With its business-friendly environment, growing population, and diverse economic drivers, Texas remains a hotspot for commercial real estate activity. However, as property valuations continue to rise unevenly across asset classes, understanding key trends in 2025 is…

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Proactive Appeal Prep – Say that 3 Times Fast

The new year brings fresh opportunities for commercial property owners to reassess their tax strategies—especially in Texas, where property taxes can represent one of the most significant operating expenses. With May appeal deadlines approaching, now is the perfect time to evaluate your property valuations and ensure you’re not overpaying. In TX, May 15th (or 30 days…

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2023 Florida Appeal Deadlines Approaching!

It’s that time of year again!! If you are an Owner or Manager of real estate in Florida, you should have received your 2023 TRIM (Truth in Millage) Notice(s). An appeal of your property’s Fair Market Value must be filed within 25 days of the date the TRIM Notice was mailed or the date that is specified on…

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