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United by a shared commitment to excellence, we are a team of dedicated professionals who serve with joy, respect, and integrity.

What’s In Store This Week:

Holiday Hours

Property Tax Reminders

New ID Requirements for Registration


** Holiday Notice: New Year’s Day Closure
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All Tarrant County Tax Office locations will be closed Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026, for New Year’s Day.
* Skip the Trip: Our website is open 24/7 for renewals and payments while our offices are closed.

* Take care of business anytime at: 👉 tarrantcountytx.gov/tax ([link removed])

Wishing you a safe and Happy New Year!


** Mineral Account Update
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On December 23rd, the Tarrant County Tax Office generated tax bills for nearly 197,000 mineral accounts. The bills will be mailed out on January 5, 2026. Please note that the Tarrant Appraisal District recently changed mineral vendors from Pritchard & Abbot to Capitol Appraisal. Due to this change, the system encountered challenges during the migration of the multi-mineral accounts. In this mailing, you may receive most minerals bundled in one statement, while still receiving single statements for individual accounts. We appreciate your patience as we work diligently with the Tarrant Appraisal District to correct this issue.


** 🏠 Property Tax Payment Reminder
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Need help figuring out how much property tax you owe? We’re here to help!

📞 Call us at 817‑884‑1100 for assistance.

💻 Check your account online ([link removed]) anytime — view details and updates to your Tarrant County Tax Office account from the comfort of your home or mobile device, available 24/7.

⚠️ Please note: Confidential accounts are not accessible online, but payments can still be made by phone or in person.

✅ Fast & Secure Payment Options
* Use our online portal ([link removed])
* Pay by phone at 817‑884‑1110
* Visit us in person ([link removed])

These methods help avoid delays, lost mail, or stolen payments ([link removed]) — ensuring your payment is processed quickly and securely.


** A Note on Mortgage Escrow Payments
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You likely received a notification from your mortgage company around the second week of December confirming that your property taxes have been paid. However, please be aware that most lenders use third-party tax services that wait to issue the Tax Office one large lump-sum payment on December 31.

We kindly request your patience as we process these bulk payments. We recommend verifying your account status on our website in early January.

Questions? Please contact our office at 817-884-1100.

Haven’t Received Your Tarrant County Tax Statement Yet?

Please be advised that all Tarrant County tax statements have now been mailed with the exception of mineral accounts. If you have not yet received your property tax statement, please contact our office immediately so we can assist you.

Call: 817-884-1100

Email: [email protected]

Reminder: Statements are available to view online. ([link removed])
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** Important: Double-Check Your Property Tax Payment
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We have received reports from taxpayers who received an initial payment confirmation from our system, only to discover days later that their financial institution rejected the transaction. Please be aware that the Tax Office has no control over these bank denials. To ensure a successful payment process, please review your online banking or account activity within 5–7 days of the transaction to confirm the funds have posted.

Payments by Mail

Depositing payments in a USPS collection box does not guarantee a postmark for that day and could result in the accrual of penalty and interest if mailed on or near a delinquency date. Consider taking your envelope inside to be postmarked same day.
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** Important Update regarding Delinquent
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** Tax Notifications
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The office of Linebarger, Goggan, Blair, Sampson LLP will soon begin a new text messaging program to collect on delinquent accounts. Please note that the Tarrant County Tax Office does not contract with Linebarger; instead, each entity (City, County, School) contracts with a delinquent attorney to collect on delinquent accounts.
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Friendly Reminder for Dealers

Yellow SIT Property Tax Statements

If you receive a yellow Annual SIT Property Tax Statement from the Tarrant County Tax Office and pay into your 2025 SIT escrow account, please do not pay from the statement until the transfer is complete. Important: Statements include: “Do Not Pay from this statement.” Escrowed funds will be applied automatically in mid-January.

Escrow Transfer Highlights:
* Funds are transferred mid-January to pay taxes.
* No action is needed unless your 2025 escrow account has no funds.

Deficiency Notices:
If escrow doesn’t cover the full amount, a Deficiency Notice will be mailed showing the remaining balance.

Heavy Equipment Dealers: Starting Jan 1, 2026, HB 3424 shifts you to quarterly filing and mandates 4-year record retention. Duplicate statements to Appraisal Districts are eliminated. Update your systems now!

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Important Update: New ID Requirements at the Tax Office

To ensure a smooth visit to the Tarrant County Tax Office, please double-check your identification before you arrive.

Please Note: These new identification standards for vehicle registration and title transfers are mandated by the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) statewide. The Tarrant County Tax Office is required to implement these state-level changes. Call, email or chat with us ([link removed]) if you have any questions.

817-884-1100

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Here is what you need to know to comply with the new TxDMV requirements:

1. Does your ID have the Star? Most customers will need a REAL ID compliant license or identification card. Check the top right corner of your card for one of these symbols:
* Gold Star
* Black Star
* Star inside a Gold or Black Circle
Note: California IDs may show a Bear with a Star, and "Enhanced IDs" from WA, MI, NY, or VT may show an American Flag.

2. Other Acceptable Forms of ID If you do not have a REAL ID driver’s license, you may also present:
* Passports: Unexpired U.S. or Foreign Passports (Foreign passports must include a valid U.S. Visa or Green Card).
* Military: Unexpired U.S. Military ID or NATO ID.
* Handgun License: Unexpired Texas License to Carry (LTC/CHL).

3. What is NOT Accepted? Please do not bring the following as your primary identification for title or registration:
* IDs marked “Federal Limits Apply” or “Not for Federal Identification”.
* Employment Authorization Cards.
* City Identification Cards.
* Border Crossing Cards.

4. Good News & Exceptions
* When You Don’t Need a REAL ID: You do not need to meet these new strict requirements if you are processing a Title Only transaction, picking up a Disabled Person Placard, or obtaining a temporary Permit.


** Skip the line: Renew your vehicle registration online!
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Registration renewal doesn’t have to be a chore. Instead of driving to one of our county offices, you can now renew your vehicle registration in minutes using Texas by Texas (TxT)—the official, secure digital assistant for the State of Texas.

Why renew online?
* Instant Confirmation: Receive an immediate digital receipt that serves as proof of registration until your sticker arrives.
* Highly Secure: Your data is protected by the state's official digital platform.
* Convenient: Renew from your phone or computer, 24/7.
* Tracking: Easily track the status of your sticker delivery.

Ready to get started? Visit the official TxDMV portal by following the link using the button labeled "Vehicle Registration" below.

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