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09/04/2026

Ever look at your California property tax bill and wonder why the neighbor who's lived there for 20 years pays a fraction of what you do? It's not a mistake. It's Proposition 13.

Prop 13 caps how much your assessed value can rise each year at 2%, so long-time owners pay far less than recent buyers on the same street. Here are two things you actually control:

The homeowners' exemption knocks $7,000 off your primary home's assessed value, saving roughly $85 a year. You file it once with your county assessor by Feb 15.

If your July assessed value is higher than what your home could sell for, you can appeal. The California deadline is usually Sept 15 or Dec 1, depending on your county.

We break down the full system, county-by-county rates, and Prop 19 here: https://bit.ly/46a9zE6

Learn how California property taxes are calculated, key Proposition 13 rules, and ways to lower your tax burden legally.

09/02/2026

Are you getting every property tax exemption you qualify for?

If you're over 65 and own your home in Texas, there's a good chance the answer is no: exemptions can stack, but most seniors only ever file for one.

Ownwell walks you through what you're eligible for here:

Senior Texas homeowners 65+ can save up to $200,000 on school taxes and freeze their tax ceiling. Learn how to apply for the Over-65 exemption today!

08/29/2026

"Ownwell has been extremely easy to work with, just fill out the request, and they do the rest. Ownwell managed to get a tax reduction on both properties I gave to them. I recommend them for your property tax appraisal appeal." 🌳

That's Rusty. Two properties, two reductions, zero hassle on his end.

08/19/2026

Meredith didn't start paying attention to property taxes because she loves paperwork.

She started paying attention because this is the house where her dogs meet her at the door. Where the books keep piling up. Where Sunday mornings actually feel like Sunday mornings.

When the county said her home was worth more than it is, it felt like someone putting a price on her life here without ever walking through the door.

This is why we're here: to help homeowners save.

08/15/2026

Happy National Financial Awareness Day!

🏠 Here's one nobody talks about: your property tax bill is not fixed; it's negotiable.

Most homeowners assume their tax bill is set in stone. It's not. Your assessed value can go up even when the market doesn't, and if it feels off, you have the right to appeal it. Most people never do, which means most people are overpaying.

Here's what else is worth doing before the year's out:

🏠 Check your property tax assessment every year, not just when something feels wrong.

🏠 Set aside a repair fund, not just an emergency fund. 1 percent of your home's value per year is a good rule of thumb.

🏠 Revisit refinancing annually. Rates change, your situation changes, and it costs nothing to ask.

🏠 Track your home improvements. They can affect your taxes, your insurance, and your resale value down the line.

See if you're overpaying in under 5 minutes, for free: [https://bit.ly/4wiBYlT]

Have you ever appealed your property tax assessment? Tell me how it went.

Ownwell combines technology and local expertise to help real estate owners save money on property taxes.

08/09/2026

John thought he'd filed his exemption correctly on his own. He hadn't.

It's an easy mistake to make. The paperwork looks straightforward until you're the one filling it out, and one small error can mean paying more than you should, every single year.

We caught what was missed, got it filed correctly, and lowered his property taxes in the process.

We're glad we could help John on both fronts, and we'd love to do the same for you!

Already an Ownwell customer? A quick review helps other homeowners find us too.

08/05/2026

Geneva suspected for years that her property taxes were too high, but appealing felt too contentious and time-consuming to take on herself.

Her home's valuation ended up dropping by tens of thousands of dollars. That gut feeling she had for years? Turns out she was right.

Sound familiar? Tag the family member who brings this up at every holiday dinner, or share this with them directly.

We only get paid if you win, so there's no risk in finding out if you're also overpaying.

07/30/2026

Diane's property tax valuation dropped by over 10% after working with us. No stress, no confusing paperwork, just a fair process from start to finish.

There's nothing like watching those savings roll in.

We only get paid if you win, so it's all upside for you.

07/27/2026

We asked our team what's something they wish they knew before becoming a homeowner 🎤
Turns out it's a couple of things.

07/22/2026

Christina and her family, right at home. 🏡

We're proud to share the results: we were able to help Christina lower her property taxes and protect the home she's built her life around.