Property Taxes

The data other agents ignore and why that’s your advantage Last Updated: November 2025 | Your Source: Bobby Franklin, North Texas Market Insider Listen, every agent has access to MLS. Most agents can pull comps. But how many agents understand the strategic implications of county-level costs and tax structures? That’s where you separate from the pack. This isn’t just a reference chart,...

The Intelligence You Need Before You Buy Here’s the thing about Texas property taxes that trips up almost every buyer relocating from out of state: no income tax doesn’t mean no taxes. It means the tax burden shifts to property, and in North Texas, we’re talking about some of the highest effective rates in the country. According to the Texas Comptroller, there’s no state property tax, so local...

The Bottom Line First On November 4, 2025, Texas voters approved massive property tax relief that takes effect immediately for your 2025 tax year. Here’s what you need to know: For all homeowners: Your homestead exemption just jumped from $100,000 to $140,000, saving you approximately $350-$500 annually. For homeowners 65+ or with disabilities: You now get a combined $200,000 exemption (the...

Your weekly North Texas market intelligence briefing While most people are scrolling past celebrity news, there’s a property tax revolution happening that could fundamentally change how we think about homeownership in Texas, and if you own property in North Texas, you need to understand what’s coming. Taylor Swift’s $17 million Rhode Island mansion just became ground zero for a luxury property...

If you’re planning for retirement in North Texas, or already enjoying it, there’s a proposed piece of legislation that could put thousands of dollars back in your pocket annually and fundamentally change how you think about your real estate decisions. Senator Ruben Gallego’s “You Earned It, You Keep It Act” aims to eliminate ALL federal income taxes on Social Security benefits for over 55...

Dallas just claimed the #2 spot nationally for apartment construction with 28,958 units under development, and if you understand what I’m about to tell you, this changes EVERYTHING about your housing strategy in 2025. Here’s What They’re Not Telling You About Those Numbers Everyone sees “28,958 new apartments” and thinks “rental market.” Wrong. This is the single biggest wealth...

20 Annual Festivals That Predict Property Value Growth The smart money isn’t just attending these events, they’re using them to understand market dynamics Here’s what other agents don’t tell you: Every major seasonal event in North Texas is a real estate market indicator disguised as entertainment. While competitors focus on square footage and mortgage rates, I’m tracking the foot traffic...

While other agents are still googling “What is TXSE,” I’m already mapping the opportunities that will transform North Texas real estate forever. The Real Story Behind Dallas’s New Stock Exchange (And What It Means for Your Home Value) Here’s what most real estate agents won’t tell you about the Texas Stock Exchange (TXSE), because frankly, they don’t understand the chess game...

Here’s what nobody’s telling you about the 900-acre Goodland expansion: While every agent in Grand Prairie is talking about “future potential,” I’ve been tracking the real estate intelligence that matters. The data tells a story most agents can’t see, and it’s creating a 12-18 month window that could define your financial future. After analyzing comparable master-planned developments...