About Vanguard Property Tax Appeals
A decade of expertise. A commitment to personalized service. And a simple promise: no savings, no fee.
A decade of expertise. A commitment to personalized service. And a simple promise: no savings, no fee.
For more than a decade, Patrick Melton has been one of Texas's most accomplished property tax consultants — helping high-end residential and investment property owners across the DFW metroplex save thousands in annual property taxes.
Before founding Vanguard Property Tax Appeals, Patrick spent seven years building one of Texas's largest property tax consulting firms. He walked away from that to create something better: a client-centric boutique practice where every property owner gets the dedicated, hands-on attention they deserve.
His philosophy is straightforward — understand each client's unique situation, apply institutional-grade appraisal methodology, and deliver results. Not promises. Results.
We use the same appraisal techniques employed by appraisal districts — and know exactly where to find the gaps in their methodology.
We research recent sales of genuinely comparable properties in your neighborhood to demonstrate that your assessed value exceeds true market value.
Under Texas Tax Code §41.43, we prove that your property is taxed at a higher percentage of value than similar properties in the same district.
If informal negotiations don't achieve the right result, Patrick represents you before the Appraisal Review Board. You never need to appear.
After filing your protest, most appraisal districts first schedule an informal review — a negotiation between Vanguard and an appraisal district appraiser. If a fair value is reached, no further action is needed.
If negotiations stall, your case advances to a formal ARB hearing — a courtroom-style setting where a three-member panel reviews evidence from both sides and issues a binding order.
If the ARB ruling is still unsatisfactory, Vanguard can advise on binding arbitration, a SOAH appeal, or judicial appeal in district court.
Direct negotiation with the appraisal district appraiser. Fast, efficient, and often results in a meaningful reduction without a full hearing.
Vanguard presents your evidence before a three-member ARB panel. We prepare and argue every aspect of the case — you're not required to attend.
Binding arbitration, SOAH appeals, or district court options are available for properties where further challenge makes financial sense.
Vanguard was built on the belief that every Texas property owner deserves expert representation — not just those with the resources to hire a full legal team. Our contingency model levels the playing field.
Our fee structure aligns our interests perfectly with yours. We win when you win.
Patrick and his team are always available to answer questions and explain the process.
Enrolled clients are protested every year without lifting a finger. Never miss a deadline again.
Call Patrick today or sign up online for a free property assessment. There's no obligation and no upfront cost — ever.