A cohesive association is much more able to learn about, define, and articulate issues and positions than one person or company acting alone. An Association can be no greater than the sum if its individual parts. Newsletters are issued six times a year, as well as special bulletins to keep you up to date on what is happening within the profession. Continuing education courses approved by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation and the Texas Education Agency for continuing education credit and credit toward the Senior Property Tax Consultant's license. A variety of courses are offered by the Association from the basic principles of property tax consulting, personal property valuation, and advanced income approach.
Annual conferences bring together members and prominent speakers for a broad range of topics.
The format provides for the sharing and discussion of common interests and problems faced by property tax professionals. Legislative alerts, notices on state legislative action and administrative rules are issued when appropriate. The right to vote is extended to one Regular Member per firm, corporation, or business. Associate Membership - Employed by an entity with a voting member, but unable to meet the employment required of Regular Membership. Affiliate Membership - An official or employee of the Comptroller's office, an appraisal district, a taxing unit, or other political subdivision, or person not yet registered as a property tax consultant.