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North Texas Property Tax Experts

Local Experts
Working to Lower
Your Property Taxes.

JC Tax Group is your local team of tax experts. We challenge property appraisals on your behalf, working to lower your tax bill. There are no upfront fees and you only pay if we save you money.

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Counties Served
Local
Hands-On Representation

Simple. Transparent. Effective.

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Sign Up

Complete our quick online form and sign your engagement agreement electronically. No money changes hands. Your authorization appoints us to represent you on property tax matters.

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We Gather Evidence

Our team analyzes comparable sales, market data, and appraisal district records to build the strongest possible case for your protest.

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We File & Represent

We handle all filing deadlines and hearings with the Appraisal Review Board on your behalf. You don't have to lift a finger.

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You Save. We Invoice.

When we win a reduction, we calculate your first-year savings and send an invoice based on a percentage of what you saved. No savings means no invoice, ever.

Local. Personal.
Results-Driven.

We are not a large-volume filing shop. JC Tax Group is a local North Texas firm, made up of local people who take on fellow neighbors as clients. We treat every property with the same care and attention we would give our own. When you work with us, you get direct access to our team. No call centers, no automated software.

What sets us apart from most competitors is the combination of localized real estate knowledge and legal experience we bring to every case. We live in this area, we know this market, and we know our clients personally. That makes a real difference.

  • Every client gets personal, hands-on attention
  • Deep real estate knowledge that goes beyond tax filing
  • Licensed attorney oversees representation at every stage
  • We know Tarrant County and DFW market conditions inside out
  • No upfront fees. You only pay when we deliver savings
  • We handle all deadlines, paperwork, and hearings for you
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Simple, Transparent Pricing

Our fee is 30% of your first-year tax savings, calculated as the reduction in your appraised value multiplied by your applicable tax rate. If we don't reduce your value, you owe us nothing. Payment is invoiced after results are confirmed, never before.

No Win,
No Fee.

Our contingency model means your success is our success. If we don't reduce your appraised value, you owe us absolutely nothing.

Real Estate + Legal Expertise

Years of real estate experience inform every protest we file. We understand property conditions, market comparables, and what moves the needle, not just how to fill out a form.

Hands-On, Not Hands-Off

Every client gets genuine attention from our local team. You will always know who is working on your property and where things stand.

Proudly Serving North Texas

We primarily serve Tarrant County but represent property owners across the greater DFW region and beyond. Don't see your county? Contact us — chances are we can help.

Tarrant County
Denton County
Dallas County
Parker County
Wise County
Collin County
Rockwall County
Johnson County
Hood County
& More

Common Questions

Who is eligible to protest their property taxes?

Any property owner in Texas can protest their appraised value. Whether you own a home, rental property, or commercial real estate, you have the right to challenge your appraisal district's assessed value every year.

What does JC Tax Group charge?

We charge 30% of your first-year tax savings. Savings are calculated as the reduction in your appraised value multiplied by your applicable tax rate. There are no upfront fees whatsoever. If we don't achieve a reduction, you owe nothing. Payment is invoiced after your results are finalized.

When is the deadline to file a protest in Texas?

The standard protest deadline in Texas is May 15th (or 30 days after your Notice of Appraised Value is delivered, whichever is later). Deadlines can vary slightly by county. Once you sign up with us, we handle all deadline tracking and filing.

What is the engagement agreement I sign at signup?

When you submit your information online, you'll review and electronically agree to our engagement agreement. This document authorizes JC Tax Group to represent you before your appraisal district and the Appraisal Review Board, and spells out our 30% contingency fee. It's straightforward and transparent, and no payment is due at the time of signing.

How long does the protest process take?

The process typically runs from the time of filing (spring) through summer. Many protests are settled informally with the appraisal district; others proceed to an Appraisal Review Board hearing. We keep you informed every step of the way.

Do I need to attend any hearings?

No. JC Tax Group handles all hearings on your behalf. You simply sign the engagement agreement and let us go to work. Most of our clients never have to attend anything.

Can you help with both residential and commercial properties?

Yes. We protest both residential and commercial properties. Whether it's your primary home, an investment property, or a business location, our team has the experience to build a strong case.

I have a homestead exemption — can you still help me?

Absolutely. Having a homestead exemption — or any other exemption — does not disqualify you from protesting your appraised value. Exemptions reduce your taxable value by a set amount, but if your appraisal is still too high, there are savings to be found. We can protest the appraised value regardless of what exemptions are on your account, and a successful reduction benefits you on top of any exemption you already receive.

Ready to Lower
Your Tax Bill?

Fill out the form, review our engagement terms, and sign electronically — all in one step. By signing, you are also appointing JC Tax Group, LLC as your designated agent for property tax matters — no separate paperwork required. No money is due upfront.

You only pay if we save you money. Payment information is collected separately after your results are confirmed.

Address165 Stonebridge Lane, Suite 120
Southlake, TX 76092
Primary Service AreaTarrant County & North Texas

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Known issues or conditions can strengthen your protest case. Please note anything applicable to your property.

Engagement Agreement — Please Review & Sign

This Engagement Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into between JC Tax Group, LLC, a Texas limited liability company ("Firm"), and the property owner identified in the submission form above ("Client").

1. Scope of Representation. Client authorizes JC Tax Group, LLC to represent Client in protesting the appraised value of the property listed above before the applicable Appraisal District and Appraisal Review Board (ARB) for the current tax year. Representation includes gathering evidence, filing the protest, and attending any ARB hearings on Client's behalf.

2. Fee. JC Tax Group's fee is 30% of Client's first-year property tax savings, calculated as the difference between the original appraised value and the reduced appraised value, multiplied by the applicable tax rate for the tax year protested. No fee is owed if no reduction in appraised value is achieved.

3. Payment. A written invoice will be issued following the final determination of the protest. Payment is due within 30 days of the invoice date. Payment information will be collected separately after results are confirmed. No payment is due at the time of signing this Agreement.

4. Client Responsibilities. Client represents that they are the owner of record or an authorized representative for the property listed, and that all information provided is accurate to the best of their knowledge. Client agrees to provide any additional documentation reasonably requested by the Firm.

5. Withdrawal. JC Tax Group, LLC reserves the right to withdraw from representation if it determines, in its sole professional discretion, that a protest is unlikely to yield a reduction or if Client fails to cooperate in good faith.

6. No Guarantee. JC Tax Group makes no guarantee as to the outcome of any protest. Results depend on market conditions, appraisal district practices, and available evidence.

By signing below, Client acknowledges having read and agreed to the terms of this Engagement Agreement, authorizes JC Tax Group, LLC to proceed on their behalf, and appoints JC Tax Group, LLC as the Client's designated agent for all property tax matters concerning the above-referenced property. This appointment remains in effect until revoked in writing by the Client.

Your Signature

Sign in the box below using your mouse or finger. Your signature will be applied to both the Engagement Agreement and the Texas Form 50-162 (Appointment of Agent) submitted to your appraisal district.

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Texas Roots.
Legal Expertise.
Community First.

JC Tax Group, LLC was built on a simple belief: every North Texas property owner deserves skilled, honest representation when it comes to their property taxes.

More Than a
Protest Service.

JC Tax Group provides legal tax services with a focused specialization in property tax protest. We are not a high-volume filing shop. We are a local North Texas practice that values every client relationship and treats every property with the same care and attention we would give our own.

Our approach combines years of real estate experience with genuine legal expertise. That means we understand how properties are valued, what conditions affect market price, and how to build the strongest possible case — not just how to submit paperwork.

We are a North Texas company serving North Texas families and businesses. Our clients aren't case numbers — they're neighbors.

Local Practice

We serve our own community. Every client gets personal, hands-on attention and a protest strategy tailored to their specific property.

Real Estate Experience

Years of real estate knowledge inform every protest we build. We understand property conditions, market comparables, and what genuinely drives value.

Legal Expertise

A licensed Texas attorney leads every case, bringing the rigor of legal practice to evidence gathering, ARB hearings, and client advocacy.

Community

We live here. We root for the same teams. We send our children to school here. This work is personal, and we treat it that way.

JC

John Collins

Owner & Managing Attorney

Licensed — State Bar of Texas
Real Estate Experience
Tarrant County & DFW
Keller, Texas Resident

The Attorney
Behind Your Case

Dennis "John" Collins is a licensed attorney in the State of Texas and the owner of JC Tax Group, LLC. John built this practice around a straightforward conviction: that property owners in North Texas deserve genuine, hands-on representation in the protest process — not just a form filed on their behalf by a high-volume service.

What sets John apart is a rare combination of legal expertise and deep real estate experience. He understands how properties are valued, what conditions affect market price, and how to present compelling evidence before an Appraisal Review Board — because he has worked in and around real estate long enough to know exactly what appraisers look for and where they get it wrong.

While JC Tax Group offers broader legal and tax services, property tax protest is the firm's primary specialty. John stays current on Tarrant County and North Texas market trends, comparable sales data, and the evolving standards appraisal districts apply — knowledge that translates directly into better results for clients.

JC Tax Group serves Tarrant County and regularly represents property owners in Denton, Dallas, Parker, Wise, Collin, and other surrounding North Texas counties.

Rooted in the Keller Community

John and his wife are proud residents of Keller, Texas, where they are raising their three children and are deeply involved in the community. The Collins family are enthusiastic supporters of the Keller Indians. You will find them cheering in the stands on Friday nights. When John works to lower your property taxes, he is working for the same community he calls home.

Our Practice Areas

JC Tax Group provides legal tax services with a deep specialization in property tax protest.

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General Legal Services

As a licensed Texas attorney, John Collins is available for broader legal and tax matters. Contact us to discuss your specific situation and how we can help.

Let Us Go to Work for You.

No upfront cost. Sign your engagement agreement online in minutes. We handle everything from there.

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