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November 14, 2024


Title: Should Texas Eliminate Property Taxes?
Topic: Property Taxes
Discussed by Vance Ginn
with Dr. Vance Ginn (www.vanceginn.com/)

Citizens in North Dakota recently voted on a measure to eliminate property taxes. How did that work out?

Today, Dr. Vance Ginn has the details about the ND proposition and what Texas could look like in the near future if our elected officials decide to do the same. Dr. Ginn is the founder of Ginn Economic Consulting and host of the Let People Prosper Show.

Click here for the latest from Dr. Vance Ginn.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

How do property taxes work in Texas? Terry explains and discusses all the various entities that are included in property taxes.

Our elected officials attempted to pass legislation a few years ago to eliminate property taxes. Why didn’t that pass? Dr. Vance discusses the lame-excuse reasons and why they make no sense.

Does Dr. Ginn expect the issue to once again be brought up for a vote in Austin? He explains why he is hopeful…

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September 26, 2024


Title: Harris County Residents Prepare for an 8% Property Tax Increase
Topic: Property Taxes
Discussed by Tom Ramsey
with Tom Ramsey (www.CommissionerTomRamsey.com)

If you live anywhere in Harris County, you have probably heard by now that County Judge Lina Hidalgo and the Commissioner’s Court have raised property taxes by 8%.

Harris County Precinct 3 Commissioner Tom Ramsey did NOT vote to raise your property taxes. Today, he explains why and how the increase will affect everyone in Harris County.

Click here to learn more about Tom Ramsey.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

Can voters afford an 8% increase in their county property taxes?

When will the increase begin and the money be due?

How much money will Precinct 3 receive from the increase? Is this less than the other precincts?

What are the responsibilities of Commissioners in Harris County?

Are local elections just as important as county and state elections?

The increase, per the State Legislature, is meant to be allocated for storm/natural disaster repairs. What will the money actually be used for?

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February 12, 2020


Title: Property Taxes Impact Everyone
Topic: Property Taxes
Discussed by Emily Sass
with Texas Public Policy Foundation (www.TexasPolicy.com)


Part 1 of 3

You may think that property taxes do not impact you because you rent a home or apartment, but you’d be wrong! Property taxes are, in many ways, a part of every person’s life every day.

Emily Sass is the Policy Director for the Texas Public Policy Foundation’s Center for Innovation in Education. Today, Emily will be explaining how property taxes affect everyone’s life in ways you could never imagine.

Click here  to view the report by Emily Sass, Austin Griesinger, and Parker Stathatos with the TPPF.

Questions/Issues Discussed:


How do property taxes impact everyone in Texas?

Home Owners: Have your property taxes increased dramatically? What have you done about it? Anything? Well, you should be doing something!

Listen as Emily Sass explains what the Texas Constitution of 1876 states concerning state education and its funding and how the Texas Supreme Court has interpreted it over the past century.

What is “Robin Hood” as it pertains to this issue?



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Title: Part 2 of 3 - Property Taxes Impact Everyone
Topic: Property Taxes
Discussed by Emily Sass
with Texas Public Policy Foundation (www.TexasPolicy.com)

Click here  to view the report by Emily Sass, Austin Griesinger, and Parker Stathatos with the TPPF.

Questions/Issues Discussed:


In Texas, is education funding treated as a shared responsibility between state and local governments?

What are some of the defects and inequalities that are currently present in the Texas education system?

Listen as Emily Sass explains the M&O (maintenance and operations) within the budgets of all Independent School Districts in Texas. What is included in this? What is “interest and sinking” (I&S)?

Does more money equal better education and better results?



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Title: Part 3 of 3 - Property Taxes Impact Everyone
Topic: Property Taxes
Discussed by Emily Sass
with Texas Public Policy Foundation (www.TexasPolicy.com)

Click here  to view the report by Emily Sass, Austin Griesinger, and Parker Stathatos with the TPPF.

Questions/Issues Discussed:


Do we need to overhaul how public education is funded in Texas?

What other options are available to help the Texas public education system?

What plans are in place for the report (link above) that Emily wrote with fellow TPPF analysts?



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December 5, 2016


Title: Is a Property Tax Overhaul in the Future?
Topic: Property Taxes
Discussed by Paul Bettencourt
with Senator Paul Bettencourt (PaulBettencourt.com/)

Based on the public testimony received by the Select Committee, it is clear that the process for setting and adopting property tax rates must be reformed to make it more transparent and directly accountable to voters.

Listen in as Texas State Senator Paul Bettencourt discusses what “should” be done in the upcoming Texas Legislature.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

What is escrow? How is it calculated?

Are skyrocketing property taxes forcing homeowners from their homes?

Are citizens upset with their property tax bills?

What should be done about the tax-rate increase?

Will Joe Straus and his Democrat colleagues stop Paul’s efforts and the efforts of Lt. Governor Dan Patrick?

For more information on this issue, click here



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Title: Is a Property Tax Overhaul in the Future?
Topic: Property Taxes
Discussed by James Quintero
with Texas Public Policy Foundation (www.TexasPolicy.com)

Follow-up to State Senator Paul Bettencourt’s interview…. It is so important that the men and women we elected to represent us know how we really feel about this issue. But, how can average citizens make a difference?

James Quintero is the Director at the Center for Local Governance at the Texas Public Policy Foundation. Listen in as he gives more details everyone should be aware of.

Questions/Issues Discussed:

How cognizant of their property taxes are homeowners? Are some just completely clueless?

What is already being done to overhaul the current property tax system?

The Texas Senate is predicted to pass a great property tax relief bill this next Session. However, the House is a different story. Listen in as James Quintero offers his opinion.

How can the average citizen convince their Elected Officials to pass tax relief?



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May 22, 2013


Title: Time is Running Out
Topic: Property Taxes
Discussed by Jayson Mullin
with Republic Property Tax (www.RepublicPropertyTax.com)

The deadline to protest your property taxes in May 31. Let Republic Property Tax do all the filing and legal work for you!

You don’t owe them a dime if they don’t reduce your property taxes! Contact them today, as time is running out!

Log on to www.RepublicPropertyTax.com.



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May 23, 2011


Title: Time is Running Out! Call Republic Property Tax Today!
Topic: Property Taxes
Discussed by Jayson Mullin
with Republic Property Tax (www.RepublicPropertyTax.com)

Part 1of 3

Houston home values are decreasing while their property taxes remain the same! Call Republic Property Tax at 713.489.8543 for your FREE consultation. In fact - you won’t owe them a dime unless they save you money! Log on to www.RepublicPropertyTax.com  for more.



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Title: Part 2 of 3
Topic: Property Taxes
Discussed by Jayson Mullin
with Republic Property Tax (www.RepublicPropertyTax.com)

Everyone likes to save money - especially a lot of money! Let Jayson Mullin at Republic Property Tax help you save on your home OR business property taxes. Time is running out though! Call him today at 713.489.8543 or log on to
www.RepublicPropertyTax.com.



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Title: Part 3 of 3
Topic: Property Taxes
Discussed by Jayson Mullin
with Republic Property Tax (www.RepublicPropertyTax.com)

A computer program determined your property assessment. Was it correct? The Houston Chronicle wrote that 74 percent of property values have decreased over the past year. Did your tax assessment decrease? Probably not! Let Jayson Mullin at Republic Property Tax help you save on your home OR business property taxes. Time is running out though! Call him today at 713.489.8543 or log on to www.RepublicPropertyTax.com.



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May 20, 2011


Title: Time Is Running Out to Save On Your Property Taxes: Call Republic Property Tax Today!
Topic: Property Taxes
Discussed by Jayson Mullin
with Republic Property Tax (www.RepublicPropertyTax.com)

No Taxation without representation! You don’t have to fight the appraisal district by yourself. The Houston Chronicle recently reported that values are down again this year yet the Appraisal District has stated they have not LOWERED everyone’s evaluation. It is up to YOU to protest! And it is your RIGHT to protest. Republic Property Tax can help and it does not cost anything upfront. In fact, if they do not save you money, you owe NOTHING. Call Jason today at 713.489.8543 and ask him for your What’s Up Radio Program discount! The deadline to file a protest is May 31st. Don’t Delay – call Jason today! For more, log onto www.RepublicPropertyTax.com.



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May 18, 2011


Title: Time Is Running Out to Save On Your Property Taxes: Call Republic Property Tax Today!
Topic: Property Taxes
Discussed by Jayson Mullin
with Republic Property Tax (www.RepublicPropertyTax.com)

No Taxation without representation! You don’t have to fight the appraisal district by yourself. The Houston Chronicle recently reported that values are down again this year yet the Appraisal District has stated they have not LOWERED everyone’s evaluation. It is up to YOU to protest! And it is your RIGHT to protest. Republic Property Tax can help and it does not cost anything upfront. In fact, if they do not save you money, you owe NOTHING. Call Jason today at 713.489.8543 and ask him for your What’s UP Radio Program discount! The deadline to file a protest is May 31st. Don’t Delay – call Jason today! For more, log onto www.RepublicPropertyTax.com.



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May 10, 2011


Title: Property Value is Down - So Why Aren’t Property Taxes Down Too?
Topic: Property Taxes
Discussed by Jayson Mullin
with Republic Property Tax (www.RepublicPropertyTax.com)

Wouldn’t you love to lower your property taxes? Well, the county doesn’t want you to know that you can!!! Jayson Mullin, with Republic Property Tax, says that if the value of your home has decreased since the tumble in the economy, your property taxes should decrease too! Call Jayson at 713.489.8543 today!





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April 28, 2011


Title: A right not exercised is a right lost!
Topic: Property Taxes
Discussed by Jayson Mullin
with Republic Property Tax (www.RepublicPropertyTax.com)

A right not exercised is a right lost. Only 14% of Texans exercise their right to protest the assessed value on their homes and/or business. Jayson Mullin, with Republic Property Tax found at www.RepublicPropertyTax.com  joins us to encourage all property owners not to trust the County Appraisal District’s evaluation of your property - residential or commercial. Call Jayson at 713.489.8543



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April 26, 2011


Title: A right not exercised is right lost
Topic: Property Taxes
Discussed by Jayson Mullin
with Republic Property Tax (www.RepublicPropertyTax.com)

A right not exercised is right lost. Only 14% of Texans exercise their right to protest the assessed value on their homes and/or business. Jayson Mullin, with Republic Property Tax found at www.RepublicPropertyTax.com  joins us to encourage all property owners not to trust the County Appraisal District’s evaluation of your property - residential or commercial. Call Jayson at 713.489.8543




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April 19, 2011


Title: Every Texan has the right to protest the appraised value set by their County Appraisal District
Topic: Property Taxes
Discussed by Jayson Mullin
with Republic Property Tax (www.RepublicPropertyTax.com)

Segment 1 of 2

Attention Home and Business owners: Property owners throughout the listening areas are now receiving their notice of appraised value from their County Appraisal Districts. It’s easy to have Republic Property Tax protest the appraised value. Every Texan has the right to protest. Call Jayson at Republic Property Tax @ 713.489.8543 or log onto www.RepublicPropertyTax.com.



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Title: Every Texan has the right to protest the appraised value set by their County Appraisal District
Topic: Property Taxes
Discussed by Jayson Mullin
with Republic Property Tax (www.RepublicPropertyTax.com)

Segment 2 of 2

Attention Home and Business owners: Property owners throughout the listening areas are now receiving their notice of appraised value from their County Appraisal Districts. Jayson Mullin comments: “I really care about your home and your business. Your property tax is my property tax. You have the right in Texas to protest the appraised value. We can help you save money.” Call Jayson at Republic Property Tax @ 713.489.8543 or log onto www.RepublicPropertyTax.com.



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May 25, 2010


Title: THE DEADLINE IS A WEEK AWAY! Part 1 of 3
Topic: Property Taxes
Discussed by Alex Stone
with Republic Property Tax (www.RepublicPropertyTax.com)

The deadline to file an appeal on your home or business taxes is next Tuesday June 1 at 5 pm. Let Alex Stone and his team of highly qualified and skilled partners handle the taxes for you - for free if they don’t get them lowered! What a deal! Log on today at www.RepublicPropertyTax.com



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Title: THE DEADLINE IS A WEEK AWAY! Part 2 of 3
Topic: Property Taxes
Discussed by Alex Stone
with Republic Property Tax (www.RepublicPropertyTax.com)

Call RPT today at 281.815.2544 to schedule a free consultation about how to lower your property taxes.



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Title: THE DEADLINE IS A WEEK AWAY! Part 3 of 3
Topic: Property Taxes
Discussed by Alex Stone
with Republic Property Tax (www.RepublicPropertyTax.com)

RPT has helped thousands of Texans just like you lower their home or business property taxes. Sign up today! Visit www.RepublicPropertyTax.com for more info.



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May 18, 2010


Title: TAX TAX TAX Part 1 of 3
Topic: Property Taxes
Discussed by Alex Stone
with Republic Property Tax (www.RepublicPropertyTax.com)

The deadline to file an appeal on your home or business taxes is fast approaching. Alex Stone and his team are ready to take on the task for - with no obligation to pay them if they don’t lower your taxes! Log on today at www.RepublicPropertyTax.com



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Title: TAX TAX TAX Part 2 of 3
Topic: Property Taxes
Discussed by Alex Stone
with Republic Property Tax (www.RepublicPropertyTax.com)

Call RPT today at 281.815.2544 to schedule a free consultation about how to lower your property taxes.



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Title: TAX TAX TAX Part 3 of 3
Topic: Property Taxes
Discussed by Alex Stone
with Republic Property Tax (www.RepublicPropertyTax.com)

Property taxes have sky rocketed all across the country. The rates in Texas, and in Harris County, aren’t outrageous like other places; however, you could still save a lot. Have Republic Property Tax help you out! Log on to www.RepublicPropertyTax.com for more info.



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May 10, 2010


Title: WILL YOU JUST ROLL OVER AND PAY? Part 1 of 3
Topic: Property Taxes
Discussed by Alex Stone
with Republic Property Tax (www.RepublicPropertyTax.com)

Property taxes in Harris and surrounding counties are going up up up. What can you do about yours? To learn more, log on to www.RepublicPropertyTax.com



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Title: WILL YOU JUST ROLL OVER AND PAY? Part 2 of 3
Topic: Property Taxes
Discussed by Alex Stone
with Republic Property Tax (www.RepublicPropertyTax.com)

Are you tired of fighting the county government on your own about your ever increasing property taxes? You probably won’t have any luck. Ask Alex and his highly trained and successful team to fight for you! Log on to www.RepublicPropertyTax.com for more details.



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Title: WILL YOU JUST ROLL OVER AND PAY? Part 3 of 3
Topic: Property Taxes
Discussed by Alex Stone
with Republic Property Tax (www.RepublicPropertyTax.com)

If RPT cannot save you money on your property taxes, you don’t pay them! Now that’s what I call a good deal! Visit www.RepublicPropertyTax.com to sign up for an assessment today!



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May 3, 2010


Title: NO TAXATION WITHOUT REPRESENTATION Part 1 of 3
Topic: Property Taxes
Discussed by Alex Stone
with Republic Property Tax (www.RepublicPropertyTax.com)

Alex Stone is a Senior Partner with Republic Property Tax, a Houston-based property tax relief company. What makes them different from all the others? How much can you save on your property taxes? Log on to www.RepublicPropertyTax.com to learn more.



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Title: NO TAXATION WITHOUT REPRESENTATION Part 2 of 3
Topic: Property Taxes
Discussed by Alex Stone
with Republic Property Tax (www.RepublicPropertyTax.com)

How are your property taxes figured? Are they “fair”? Contact Alex at www.RepublicPropertyTax.com to receive more info. Oh, and by the way, RPT will not charge you a dime if they don’t save you money!



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Title: NO TAXATION WITHOUT REPRESENTATION Part 3 of 3
Topic: Property Taxes
Discussed by Alex Stone
with Republic Property Tax (www.RepublicPropertyTax.com)

RPT not only does assessments for home owners, but business owners as. To see how much you might be able to save, visits www.RepublicPropertyTax.com And become a FB fan of Republic Property Tax!



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