05/27/2026
Something most homeowners in Denton County don't understand: a lower tax rate doesn't automatically mean a lower tax bill.
Denton County commissioners approved the lowest property tax rate since 1986 for FY 2025-2026. That's genuinely good news. But if your home's appraised value increased, your actual bill could still be higher year-over-year.
This week on Wisdom Wednesdays With Withers, I break down:
→ The difference between your tax rate and your tax bill
→ What Texas Prop 13 (school homestead exemption now at $140K) means for you
→ The one annual deadline every Texas homeowner needs on their calendar
Real estate education shouldn't be gatekept. If you're a homeowner in Denton County or the DFW area, this one's worth your 90 seconds.