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"Will Work for Property Taxes"
(Gilliland) No. 1808, Tierra Grande reprint, 4pp. (4/15/2007) |
 Texas tax laws provide seniors protection against rising tax levies. The need to raise revenue for schools has driven property tax reform since 1970.
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The Texas Property Tax System
(Bickham, Trotter, Jordan & Gilliland) No. 1192, Book, 57pp. (Revised 3/1/2006) |
 The most complete description of the Texas property tax system. The legal basis for property taxation is explained. There are separate chapters on market value concepts, appraisal principles and the various phases of the annual ad valorem process.
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"True Stories of the Appellate Courts"
(Fambrough) No. 1749, Tierra Grande reprint, 3pp. (10/14/2005) |
 Property taxes aren't just in the news -- they're in the courts, too. Catch up on the results of recent litigation.
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"Texas Business Tax Climate"
(Gilliland) No. 1706, Tierra Grande reprint, 2pp. (1/10/2005) |
 Taxes are a significant factor in any business relocation decision. How does the Texas tax system compare with other states?
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"Protesting Makes Cents: Lowering Property Tax Assessments"
(Gilliland) No. 1616, Tierra Grande reprint, 2pp. (3/31/2003) |
 Business owners: if your property is no longer competitive, inform your local appraisal district. Clearly documented evidence of obsolescence may translate into property tax savings.
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"Where the Wild Things Are: Wildlife Management Reaps Property Tax Savings"
(Fambrough) No. 1618, Tierra Grande reprint, 4pp. (3/31/2003) |
 Need a tax break on your weekend getaway? Find out what's involved in qualifying land for wildlife management status.
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Property Taxes: New Rules Affecting Wildlife Management
(Fambrough) No. 1607, Technical report, 8pp. (2/28/2003) |
 Recreation property fuels the rural Texas land market. Fortunately for recreationally motivated buyers, it is no longer necessary to demonstrate a legitimate farm or ranching practice to obtain a property tax break on rural land.
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"Why Texans Won't Kill Robin Hood"
(Gilliland) No. 1597, Tierra Grande reprint, 4pp. (1/15/2003) |
 Everyone hates high property taxes. So why is the Robin Hood plan for school funding still around? Easy. Texans hate the idea of a state income tax even more.
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"Property Tax Increases Hit Home"
(Gilliland) No. 1572, Tierra Grande reprint, 2pp. (8/2/2002) |
 It's a given that property owners are not fond of property taxes. But school funding demands could negatively impact real estate owners in more ways than one.
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"The Coming Property Tax Battle"
(Gilliland) No. 1544, Tierra Grande reprint (1/17/2002) |
 Many school districts have tax rates at or approaching a state-imposed rate cap. That could signal the end of the so-called Robin Hood plan.
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"Limitations on Increased Values for Property Taxes"
(Fambrough) No. 1512, Tierra Grande reprint, 1pp. (7/18/2001) |
 An explanation why appraised values exceeding 50 percent can be assessed when state law limits increases to 10 percent annually.
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"Ag-Use Exemption: Fact or Fiction?"
(Fambrough) No. 1361, Tierra Grande reprint, 4pp. (1/11/2000) |
 A substantial tax savings is possible when a property qualifies for agricultural-use exemption.
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"Shifting Taxes to Tenants: High Demand Market Eases Owners' Tax Burden"
(Gilliland & Etter) No. 1229, Tierra Grande reprint, 3pp. (4/1/1998) |
 Market conditions have an important effect on a property's ability to generate rental income and NOI. In high-demand markets, owners can shift a portion of taxes to tenants, thereby easing some of the burden.
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"Property Tax Value Protest: Successfully Negotiating With Assessors"
(Gilliland) No. 1228, Tierra Grande reprint, 3pp. (1/1/1998) |
 There are steps taxpayers can take to improve their chances of an effective property tax value appeal. To negotiate successfully, taxpayers must be realistic, informed and open to compromise.
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"Second Chance: Life After the Tax Deadline"
(Jordan & Gilliland) No. 1167, Tierra Grande reprint, 3pp. (3/27/1997) |
 Protesting property owners have another avenue after the appeal deadline passes.
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"Open-Space Valuation Redefined"
(Fambrough) No. 913, Tierra Grande reprint, 1pp. (1/2/1992) |
 Texas landowners who maintain indigenous game species may qualify for open-space valuation for ad valorem purposes.
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