Meritax Advisors LLC

Meritax Advisors, based in Frisco, US, provides expert property tax consulting services to assist property owners and investors in effectively managing their property tax obligations. Founded in 1995, Meritax Advisors is a property tax consulting firm specializing in navigating complex property tax issues. The firm operates out of Frisco, Texas, and has successfully completed one deal as of February 5, 2026, when it was acquired by Ryan, LLC, a portfolio company of Onex, Neuberger Berman, and Ares Management Corporation. Specifics regarding the founders and prior ventures were not disclosed.

Meritax Advisors specializes in property tax consulting, offering services such as property tax appeals, budgeting, pre-development and acquisition due diligence, and litigation support. The firm caters to commercial property owners, institutional investors, and developers, focusing on real estate markets across the United States. Their expertise helps clients navigate property tax regulations and ultimately reduce tax liabilities during property transactions. Meritax Advisors operates on a fee-for-service model, generating revenue through fixed fees for consulting services, contingent fees based on successful property tax reductions, and retainers for ongoing advisory support.

Engagements often involve contesting appraisal district valuations, where the fees are linked to the savings achieved for clients during the appeal process, fostering a performance-driven partnership throughout the budgeting phases. In February 2026, Meritax Advisors was acquired by Ryan, LLC, which aims to enhance its property tax valuation and advisory capabilities. The acquisition will leverage technology and data-driven services to better serve commercial real estate owners. Future growth plans include launching new technology-enabled services and expanding into additional geographic markets, with a focus on strengthening their presence in regions experiencing significant real estate investment activity.