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Why are Property Taxes Increasing in Dallas?

Posted on April 17, 2017

The Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex used to be one of the least expensive areas in the country to buy a home or start a business. While it’s still more affordable than other areas, we’re seeing property taxes increasing for both commercial real estate as well as single-family homes. For our clients that own commercial real estate, […]

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Property Tax Write-Offs to Take Advantage Of

Posted on March 27, 2017

Every small business property owner should always look for ways to save money on their annual property taxes. This can be particularly difficult when you don’t understand property tax law and what can be written off as a business expense. Our property tax consultants in Dallas are experts in saving business owners money on their […]

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Why You Can’t Do Your Property Taxes Alone

Posted on March 21, 2017

Property taxes, or taxes in general, are some of the most confusing parts of being a business or homeowner. Nothing ever makes sense and you often feel frustrated with all of the conflicting information being given to you. Even so, many people still choose to do their own property taxes regardless. If you’re one of […]

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Common Questions About Property Taxes Answered

Posted on February 16, 2017

Tax season is rapidly approaching and many of our clients have questions about filing their property taxes. Taxes are some of the most complicated government forms a business or homeowner will fill out in any given year and certainly the most frustrating. At the Hegwood Group, our tax experts hear the same questions over and […]

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History of Property Taxes

Posted on February 9, 2017

Property taxes have been around since the beginning of time. They’re an unfortunate part of life that people have come to expect and live with. Taxes have created a source of revenue for local governments who need the funds to provide services to their communities such as an education system and emergency services. Throughout history […]

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What Causes Property Valuations to Increase

Posted on January 24, 2017

  For many business owners, it can be a major source of stress when the tax assessor comes around to do a property valuation. There are two things that can happen, either your property taxes increase or they stay the same. Most people don’t think they can save money on their property taxes, whether it’s […]

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