Austin, TX asked in Real Estate Law for Texas

Q: Travis County has increased my land value for my home from $30000 to $300000. 900% increase

I've done searches in TCAD in my neighborhood and I see bigger lots in gated community, some with lake view have not been increased and in some instances have gone down. I can put the document together. I just need someone to represent me in my protest.

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John Cucci Jr.
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A: The increase you posted is unbelievable!

In Travis County you have a deadline of May 15, 2023, to protest and challenge your appraised value and taxable values. You can do it yourself or hire a lawyer like myself or other professional. The process is not very long and the county does meet with you to discuss and sometimes settle your protest. But you need to know that the government wants as much as they can get out of you.

If you added square footage to your house or have built other structures or a pool on your property, the appraised value does increase. You can also get decreases for different reasons, including veteran status, age, and other reasons. Please do not miss the deadline. Get moving on it to save money and hassle.

I hope this helps.

Good Luck!

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
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  • Frisco, TX
  • Licensed in Texas

A: It is not unheard of for someone to accidentally add an extra zero. This could definitely be a typo.

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