Tax Concerns
Study of Texas Assn of Appraisal Districts
Why do we need mandatory sales disclosure in Texas? Here’s proof that Texas commercial properties are undervalued, on average by 40%.
Download the 48-page study: Study of Texas Assn of Appraisal Districts.
Dallas Morning News Reports Need for Appraisal Reform
The Dallas Morning News reports that it’s time for commercial property owners to carry their end of the tax load. Download a PDF of the article:
Kvue.com Reports Appraisers See Flaws in System
Texas schools lost $4 billion dollars last year because property appraisers were unable to judge the true market value, according to a new study. Download a PDF of the Kvue.com article:
Report: Waller Creek TIF Looming Deficits
The Waller Creek Tunnel Project will not be able to sustain itself through the expected new construction over the life of the TIF. This report examines the new projections by CDS/Spillette Market Study.
Appraisal Process Changes
WEDNESDAY, Jan. 27, 7-8 pm At the Austin Neighborhoods Council Meeting
Travis Co. Chief Appraiser Patrick Brown and County Commissioner Sarah Eckhardt will speak on Appraisal Process Changes in 2009 Austin Energy Building, 721 Barton Springs Rd. (across from Palmer Auditorium)
Travis County Commissioner’s Court Hears Brian Rodgers on Under-valuation of Commercial Properties
Brian Rodgers addressed the Travis County Commissioner’s Court and Chief Appraiser Patrick Brown on Tuesday, July 21.
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Tax Protest at TCAD
Dozens of angry citizens heeded the call of ChangeAustin.org for an old-fashioned tax protest.
Thursday, July 16, outside the offices of the Travis Central Appraisal District, people expressed their opposition to what they called high and inequitable taxation on their properties.
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