Phillips Golden

Property Tax Consultant in Austin, Texas

(512) 717-54251250 S Capital Of Texas Hwy, Bldg 3-400, Austin, TX 78746View on Yelp
Phillips Golden - property tax consultant in Austin, TX

About Phillips Golden

Phillips Golden brings over 15 years of property tax expertise to Austin homeowners and businesses. Our team specializes in challenging unfair property assessments and securing meaningful tax reductions for clients across Travis County. We understand that property taxes can be your largest annual expense after mortgage payments. That's why we focus exclusively on property tax matters, staying current with local assessment practices and market trends. Our success comes from thorough preparation, detailed market analysis, and strong relationships with local appraisal districts.

Services

Real Estate Law
Tax Law
Business Law

How They Can Help

Our comprehensive property tax services cover every aspect of tax reduction and assessment challenges. We handle residential property tax protests for single-family homes, condos, and investment properties. Commercial clients receive specialized attention for office buildings, retail centers, industrial facilities, and multi-family developments. We provide detailed valuation analysis comparing your property to similar sales and current market conditions. Our team prepares and files all necessary paperwork with Travis County Appraisal District and represents you at formal hearings. We also offer ongoing assessment monitoring to catch increases early and strategic consulting for property acquisitions to minimize future tax burdens.

What to Expect

Your property tax appeal starts with a free consultation where we review your current assessment and property details. We'll analyze recent comparable sales, inspect your property if needed, and determine the strength of your case. Once engaged, we gather supporting documentation and prepare your formal protest. We handle all communication with the appraisal district and represent you at hearings. Most cases resolve within 60-90 days, and we keep you updated throughout the process with regular status reports.

Service Area

We serve the greater Austin metropolitan area, including Travis County, Williamson County, and Hays County. Our primary focus covers Austin, Cedar Park, Round Rock, Pflugerville, Georgetown, and surrounding communities. We're familiar with local appraisal district procedures and maintain strong working relationships with area assessors.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the deadline for filing a property tax protest in Texas?
You have until May 31st or within 30 days of receiving your assessment notice, whichever is later. Missing this deadline means waiting until next year.
How much can you typically reduce my property taxes?
Results vary, but we achieve an average reduction of 10-20% for successful cases. Some properties see larger decreases depending on assessment errors and market conditions.
Do I have to appear at the hearing myself?
No, we represent you at all hearings. You may attend if you wish, but it's not required.
What if my property value has actually increased?
We can still challenge assessments that exceed fair market value. Rising property values don't automatically justify any assessment amount.
How long does the appeal process take?
Most cases resolve within 60-90 days. Complex commercial properties may take longer if they require formal hearings.
Can you help with properties outside Travis County?
Yes, we handle cases in Travis, Williamson, and Hays Counties. Each county has different procedures we're familiar with.
What documents do you need from me?
We'll need your current tax bill, deed, recent appraisals if available, and information about any property issues. We'll guide you through exactly what's needed.
Is there any risk in filing a protest?
Texas law prohibits increasing your assessment solely because you filed a protest. The worst case scenario is maintaining your current assessment level.

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