James Quintero: Texas Property Taxes

Property taxes are a Texas-sized problem. Over the last 20 years, property taxes have increased 81% faster than the average taxpayer’s ability to pay for them, contributing to too many Texans struggling to pay bills and keep their home.

TPPF Policy Director James Quintero breaks down what is driving the increase and what Texans can do right now to protect themselves and their families from runaway local governments.

The Foundation has developed a balanced, practical solution to lower property taxes by eliminating the maintenance and operations (M&O) property taxes while also funding the needs for critical services. Get the research, click here.