If you don’t want to handle the protest yourself, there are several well-known companies in Austin that specialize in this.

Here are three of the most recognized:

1. O'Connor & Associates

One of the largest property tax consulting firms in Texas.

They:

• Handle residential and commercial protests
• Work on a contingency basis (you pay only if they reduce your taxes)
• Have a long track record across major Texas markets

Many Austin homeowners use them simply because of their scale and experience.

2. Gill, Denson & Company

A well-established Austin-based firm with deep local knowledge.

They focus on:

• Residential property tax protests
• Personalized service compared to larger firms
• Strong familiarity with Travis County valuations

This is often a good fit if you want a more hands-on, local approach.

3. Texas Protax

Another widely used option in the Austin area.

They offer:

• Online signup and streamlined process
• Residential and commercial services
• Contingency-based pricing

They’re known for making the process simple for homeowners who don’t want to deal with the details.

Should You Hire a Property Tax Protest Company?

Here’s the honest answer…

It depends.

Some homeowners:

• Prefer to handle it themselves
• Especially if they’re comfortable reviewing comps - we are happy to provide a complimentary comparable sales report for you for the most recent sales in your neighborhood

Others:

• Don’t want to deal with the process
• Or just want someone else to handle everything

Both approaches can work.

Where Local Real Estate Expertise Still Matters

Even if you hire a protest company, there’s one thing most homeowners overlook:

👉 The quality of your comparable sales data matters.

This is where working with a local expert can make a real difference.

The Council Real Estate Group
Albina Rippy, Natasha Antonioni, and Holly McCormick are real estate agents in Austin, Texas helping homeowners in Westlake, Cuernavaca, and EANES ISD.

They regularly help clients:

• Review neighborhood-specific comps
• Understand micro-market differences
• Identify whether a valuation actually makes sense

Because in areas like:

• Westlake
• Cuernavaca
• Eanes Independent School District

Two homes on the same street can have very different values.

Quick Reminder Before the Deadline

• Protest deadline: May 15 (or 30 days after notice)
• Missing it = losing your chance this year
• Even a small reduction can save you money every year

Recap

Now you know:

• When the deadline is
• Who can help you protest (The Council Real Estate Group is here to run the most up-to-date comparable home sales report free of charge)
• How to decide if it’s worth it