THE PROPERTY TAX LIFELINE PLAYBOOK
Your Complete Guide to Stopping the County’s Money Grab and Saving Your Texas Home.
By WePay Property Taxes |
Introduction: The Money Grab Stops Here
If you’re reading this at 2 a.m. with property tax notices spread across your kitchen table, watching the county’s money grab grow bigger every month, you’re in the right place.
This Property Tax Lifeline Playbook exists because over 10,000 Texas families have faced the same money grab you’re facing right now. They stopped it. You can too.
What You’ll Learn:
- Exactly how the county's money grab works at each stage
- Where you are in their grab sequence and what comes next
- How to stop the grab at ANY stage (even foreclosure week)
- The actual cost of letting their grab continue
- Real stories from families who stopped the grab and kept their homes
- Your personalized action plan to activate your Property Tax Lifeline One Promise: No judgment. Transparent and honest information about how the money grab works and how to stop it.
Let’s expose their system and protect your home.
Chapter 1: The Money Grab Timeline Exposed
How the County’s Legal Money Grab Works
Texas Tax Code Section 33.01 grants counties specific legal authority to collect more and more of your money through an escalating system of penalties, interest, and fees. Here’s exactly how their money grab unfolds:
THE DELINQUENCY MONEY GRAB (Months 1-12)
January 31: The Setup
- Your property taxes are due
- The money grab hasn't started yet
February 1: The Opening Grab (6% Penalty)
- Immediate 6% grab on your total tax amount
- Example: $5,000 tax bill County grabs $300 extra → Now $5,300
- This grab happens automatically at 12:01 a.m.
February-June: The Monthly Compound Grab (1% Monthly Interest)
- County grabs 1% more every month on the growing total
- This compounds on penalties too
- February grab: $53 (Total: $5,353)
- March grab: $53.53 (Total: $5,406.53)
- By June: County has grabbed ~$316 extra
July 1: The Big Money Grab (12% Penalty + 20% Attorney Fees)
- Penalty grab jumps to 12% of the original tax
- Counties can now add their attorney fee grab
- Attorney grab: Up to 20% of EVERYTHING you owe
The July 1st Money Grab Math:
- Original tax: $5,000
- County's penalty grab (12%): $600
- Interest grab so far: $300+
- Subtotal: $5,900
- Attorney fee grab (20% of $5,900): $1,180
- Total money grab: $2,080 extra (41% increase!)
THE LITIGATION MONEY GRAB (Months 13+)
The Court Cost Grab Once counties take you to court, they grab:
- Filing fee grab: $200-300
- Citation service grab: $100-150
- Court cost grab: $300-500
- Recording fee grab: $50-100
- Additional grab: $650-1,050
The Citation Grab
- You're officially in their legal grab system
- 20 days to respond or face default
- More attorney fees accumulate daily
The Judgment Grab
- Court rules in the county's favor (they usually do)
- Grab becomes a permanent legal debt
- Enables the final grab...
The Foreclosure Grab (The Ultimate Money Grab)
- They don't just grab fees anymore
- They grab your ENTIRE HOME
- Your equity: Gone
- Your stability: Destroyed
- Their grab: Complete
Chapter 2: Identify Your Stage in Their Money Grab
Where Are You in the County’s Grab Sequence?
Check all that apply to identify exactly how deep their money grab has gone:
STAGE 1: THE EARLY GRAB (Penalty Phase)
→ First delinquent notice arrived Letter shows 6% penalty grab → Monthly statements show interest grabs → No attorney involvement yet → No court documents.
You’re in the early grab-best time to stop it
STAGE 2: THE ATTORNEY GRAB (Fee Acceleration)
→ Received notice after July 1 → Letter mentions attorney fees → Law firm name appears → 20% fee grab threatened or applied → Legal language increasing,
The expensive grab has hit-costs just doubled
STAGE 3: THE LITIGATION GRAB (Court Phase)
→ Citation taped to your door → “You have been sued” documents → 20-day response deadline → Court date scheduled Case number assigned
You’re in their court grab system-emergency action needed
STAGE 4: THE JUDGMENT GRAB (Legal Decree)
→ Court hearing occurred → Judgment document received → “Judgment entered” notification → Foreclosure threatened as next step → Final payment demands.
They have legal authority for maximum grab
STAGE 5: THE FINAL GRAB (Foreclosure)
→ Foreclosure sale notice posted → Auction date set (First Tuesday) → Property listed for sale → Eviction mentioned → Days or hours remaining.
They’re attempting the ultimate grab-emergency intervention required What Each Grab Stage Means for Your Property Tax Lifeline
Early Grab (Stages 1-2): Your Lifeline works best here-stops the grab before it explodes
Legal Grab (Stages 3-4): Your Lifeline still works-clears all grabs and stops foreclosure
Final Grab (Stage 5): Your Lifeline can still save you-we’ve stopped grabs 48 hours from auction
Chapter 3: The True Cost of Their Money Grab
Calculate What the County’s Grab Really Costs
Let’s expose what their money grab actually takes from you:
Example: $5,000 Tax Bill Through Each Grab Stage The Early Grab (February)
- Tax: $5,000
- Penalty grab (6%): $300 |
- Interest grab (1 month): $53
- Total grabbed: $353
- Your total: $5,353
The July Grab (Attorney Fees Hit)
- Tax: $5,000
- Penalty grab (12%): $600
- Interest grab (6 months): ~$320
- Attorney fee grab (20%): $1,180
- Total grabbed: $2,100
- Your total: $7,100
The Litigation Grab (With Court)
- Previous total: $7,100
- Court cost grab: $650-1,050
- Additional interest grab: $400+
- Total grabbed: $3,150+
- Your total: $8,150+
The Final Grab (Foreclosure)
- They grab everything
- Your home value: $200,000
- Your equity: $50,000-150,000
- Total grabbed: EVERYTHING
Daily Cost of Letting Their Grab Continue
On a $5,000 tax bill:
- Daily interest grab: ~$1.78
- Daily cost with attorney fees pending: ~$39.33
- Daily cost during foreclosure: Your entire future
The Hidden Grabs
While fighting their money grab, you also face:
- Can't refinance (their lien blocks loans)
- Can't sell easily (grab clouds title)
- Can't access equity (asset frozen)
- Can't sleep (stress compounds nightly)
- Can't move forward (stuck in their system)
Chapter 4: Your Three Options to Stop the Money Grab
Option 1: Pay Their Full Grab Amount
How it works: Pay the county everything-original tax plus all their grabs
Pros:
- Stops the grab immediately
- Clears your title
- Ends the nightmare
Cons:
- Must pay all grab amounts
- Need huge lump sum
- Rewards their grab system
- Doesn't prevent future grabs
Best for: Those with savings who can afford the full grab
Option 2: Government’s Partial Grab Programs
County Payment Plans
- Still allows continued interest grab
- Requires 20-30% down payment
- One missed payment = full grab resumes
- Typically 12-36 months
- Very rigid terms
Reality of Government “Help”:
- On $7,000 grabbed amount: Need $1,400-2,100 cash
- Monthly payments: $300-500
- Interest grab continues
- No flexibility if you struggle
Tax Deferrals (Seniors/Disabled Only)
- Doesn't stop the grab, just delays it
- Interest grab continues growing
- Your heirs inherit the grab
- Very limited eligibility
Option 3: The Property Tax Lifeline (Stop Their Grab Completely)
How WePay Property Taxes Stops the Money Grab:
- We Pay Their Full Grab - Every penny they've grabbed, paid within 72 hours
- The Grab Stops Cold - No more penalties, interest, or fees accumulating
- You Pay Us Monthly - One manageable payment you choose
- You Keep Your Home - The ultimate grab (foreclosure) prevented
- You Sleep Again - The money grab nightmare ends
Real Examples of Stopping the Grab:
- $7,000 grab → $147/month Lifeline payment
- $12,000 grab → $247/month Lifeline payment
- $15,000 grab → $298/month Lifeline payment
Grab Comparison Chart:
| Factor | Pay Full Grab | County Program | Property Tax Lifeline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stops All Grabs | Yes | No | Yes |
| Upfront Cost | 100% | 20-30% | $0 |
| Interest Grab Continues | No | Yes | No |
| Professional Help | No | No | Yes |
| Flexible Terms | No | No | Yes |
| Success Rate | If you have it | Low | 98%+ |
Chapter 5: Families Who Beat the Money Grab
Maria’s Story – Stopped the Citation Grab
San Antonio – Stage 3
“The county’s money grab had ballooned Mom’s $5,800 tax bill to $8,400. Attorney fees alone grabbed $1,500. Citation was on my door-20 days before judgment grab. WePay Property Taxes paid off their entire grab in 3 days. My Property Tax Lifeline payment: $189/month. I kept Mom’s house and stopped their grab cold.”
James’s Story – Beat the Foreclosure Grab
Houston – Stage 5
“Monday morning: The final grab (foreclosure) was set for Tuesday. I thought they’d won. Called WePay Property Taxes at 2 p.m. They filed emergency papers, paid the county’s full grab Tuesday at 8 a.m. Auction cancelled. Grab stopped. My Lifeline: $234/month.”
Dorothy’s Story – Avoided the July Grab
Corpus Christi – Stage 1
“Saw the 6% penalty grab in February. Knew the July attorney grab was coming (20% more!). Got my Property Tax Lifeline before the big grab hit. Payment: $127/month. Saved myself from a $2,000 attorney fee grab.”
Dorothy’s Story – Avoided the July Grab
Corpus Christi – Stage 1
“Saw the 6% penalty grab in February. Knew the July attorney grab was coming (20% more!). Got my Property Tax Lifeline before the big grab hit. Payment: $127/month. Saved myself from a $2,000 attorney fee grab.”
Robert’s Story – Survived the Judgment Grab
Dallas – Stage 4
“County had grabbed $11,000 through penalties, attorney fees, and court costs. Judgment entered. Foreclosure grab threatened. WePay Property Taxes satisfied everything. My Lifeline: $267/month. Their grab: Stopped.”
Linda’s Story – Inherited the Money Grab
Austin – Stage 2
“Inherited Mom’s house with hidden tax debt. The July attorney grab hit-$2,400 overnight! Total grab reached $12,400. WePay Property Taxes paid it all. My Lifeline: $247/month. The family home: Saved from their grab.”
Chapter 6: Your Action Plan to Stop the Money
Grab If You’re in the Early Grab (Stage 1)
This Week – Before It Gets Worse:
- Calculate the current grab amount
- Check if July attorney grab is approaching
- Gather all grab notices
- Call WePay Property Taxes for your Lifeline options
- Stop the grab before it doubles
Why Speed Matters:
- Every day = more interest grab
- July 1 = massive attorney grab begins
- Waiting = feeding their grab system
If You’re in the Attorney Grab (Stage 2)
TODAY – The Grab Has Doubled:
- Stop waiting-their grab is accelerating
- Call the We Pay Property Taxes emergency line
- Get exact grab payoff amount
- Calculate your Lifeline payment
- Stop their grab within 72 hours
Critical: Attorney fees mean the grab has shifted into expensive mode
If You’re in the Litigation Grab (Stage 3)
EMERGENCY – You’re Being Sued:
- Note citation response deadline (20 days!)
- Call WePay Property Taxes NOW
- We file legal response
- We pay their entire grab
- Case dismissed, grab stopped
DO NOT IGNORE THE CITATION – Default = Automatic judgment grab If You’re in the Judgment Grab (Stage 4)
URGENT- Foreclosure Grab Threatened:
- Get judgment documents
- Call WePay Property Taxes emergency team
- Begin expedited Lifeline process
- Satisfy judgment amount
- Stop foreclosure grab
Every day = closer to losing everything
If You’re Facing the Final Grab (Stage 5)
MAXIMUM EMERGENCY PROTOCOL:
- CALL NOW: 1-800-937-2982
- Say "FORECLOSURE GRAB EMERGENCY"
- Email all documents immediately
- We file emergency intervention
- We've stopped grabs hours before auction
DO NOT ASSUME IT’S TOO LATE
Chapter 7: Emergency Resources to Stop the Grab
WePay Property Taxes 24/7 Grab-Stopper Hotline
Emergency Numbers:
- Main Grab-Stop Line: 1-800-937-2982
- After Hours Emergency: 1-800-937-2982
- Text for Grab Help: 210-404-4545 (reply STOP GRAB)
- Email: support@wepaypropertytaxes.com
Know Your County’s Grab Department
Major Texas Counties:
- Harris County Grab Office: 713-274-8000
- Dallas County Grab Office: 214-653-7811
- Bexar County Grab Office: 210-355-6654
- Travis County Grab Office: 512-854-9473
Documents to Stop Their Grab
What You Need:
- Latest grab statement (tax bill)
- All grab notices (penalties/fees)
- Property deed
- Driver's license
- Proof of income (for Lifeline payment)
If in Legal Grab Phase:
- Citation documents
- Case number
- Court dates
- Attorney grab letters
- Judgment papers
Grab-Stopping FAQ
Can they really complete the final grab (foreclosure)?
A: Yes. Texas law allows the ultimate money grab. Take this seriously.
How fast can WePay Property Taxes stop their grab?
A: Emergency grabs within 24-72 hours. Standard grabs within 5-7 days.
Is it really possible to stop the grab at foreclosure?
A: Yes. We’ve stopped grabs hours before auction. But earlier is always better.
Will stopping the grab hurt my credit?
A: The grab already hurt it. Stopping it helps recovery begin.
Chapter 8: Your Property Tax Lifeline Application
How WePay Property Taxes Activates Your Lifeline
Requirements to Stop Their Grab:
- Own Texas property
- County has started their grab
- Want to keep your property
- Can afford monthly Lifeline payment
NOT Required:
- Perfect credit
- Large down payment
- Weeks of paperwork
- Multiple meetings
The 5-Step Lifeline Process
Step 1: Initial Contact (10 minutes
- Call or apply online
- Identify your grab stage
- Get preliminary Lifeline options
- Schedule grab-stop consultation
Step 2: Grab Assessment (30 minutes)
- Calculate exact grab amount
- Review Lifeline payments
- Choose your terms
- Plan the grab intervention
Step 3: Lifeline Application (20 minutes)
- Simple application
- Upload grab documents
- Select payment date
- Sign Lifeline agreement
Step 4: Stop Their Grab (24-72 hours)
- WePay Property Taxes pays county
- All grabs cease immediately
- Legal issues resolved
- You receive confirmation
Step 5: Your New Reality
- County grab: Stopped
- Home: Secured
- Payment: One monthly Lifeline amount
- Sleep: Restored
Lifeline Payment Options
Choose what works for your budget:
- 3-Year Lifeline (higher payment, less total cost)
- 5-Year Lifeline (moderate payment)
- 7-Year Lifeline (lower payment)
- 10-Year Lifeline (lowest monthly payment)
Start Your Property Tax Lifeline Today
Option 1: Call the Grab-Stop Team
- Dial: 1-800-937-2982
- Say: "I need to stop the county's money grab"
- Get connected to a specialist
- Begin immediately
Option 2: Online Lifeline Application
- Visit: www.WePayProperty Taxes.com
- Click: "Stop the Money Grab"
- Enter code: LIFELINE
- Complete in 10 minutes
Option 3: Emergency Text
- Text: STOP GRAB to 210-404-4545
- Receive immediate callback
- Start your Lifeline
Conclusion: Stop Their Grab or Let It Continue?
If You Do Nothing Tonight:
- Tomorrow's interest grab: ~$1.78 more
- Closer to next penalty grab
- One day less to stop them
- Their grab grows stronger
If You Activate Your Lifeline Tonight:
- Know exactly how to stop their grab
- Start the intervention process
- Sleep knowing help is coming
- Their grab days are numbered
The Only Question:
Will you let the county’s money grab continue taking more every day? Or will you activate your Property Tax Lifeline and stop them cold?
Every Grab Victim Has This Moment
Looking at the growing grab amount. Feeling the weight of their system. Wondering if it’s too late.
10,000+ Texas families made one decision: Stop the grab.
They called We Pay Property Taxes. They got their Lifeline. They kept their homes.
Your Three Actions to Stop the Grab:
1. Identify Your Grab Stage (Chapter 2)
2. Calculate Their Total Grab (Chapter 3)
3. Call We Pay Property Taxes (Right now)
The Bottom Line
The county’s money grab won’t stop itself. It only gets bigger. It only gets worse. Until it takes everything.
Unless you stop it.
Stop the grab now: 1-800-937-2982
Apply for your Lifeline: www.WePayProperty Taxes.com
Your home is worth protecting from their grab. You deserve to stop losing money to their system. This money grab can be stopped.
Today.
Quick Reference: The Money Grab Timeline
The Delinquency Money Grab
- Feb 1: 6% penalty grab begins
- Monthly: 1% interest grab compounds
- July 1: 12% penalty grab
- July 1: 20% attorney grab authorized
The Litigation Money Grab
- Month 13+: Court grab begins
- Citation: Legal grab accelerates
- Judgment: Grab becomes permanent
- Foreclosure: The final grab
Your Lifeline Stops Any Grab
- WePay Property Taxes: 1-800-937-2982
- Emergency text: 210-404-4545
- Online: www.WePayPropertyTaxes.com
Remember: No grab is too big. No stage is too late. Your Property Tax Lifeline works anywhere in their grab system.
2024 WePay Property Taxes, LLC | The Property Tax Lifeline Playbook
This Property Tax Lifeline Playbook is for informational purposes. Individual situations vary. The “money grab” terminology describes the legal accumulation of penalties, interest, and fees under Texas Tax Code 33. 01.
