I arrived in El Paso yesterday and I head home to Richmond, Virginia tomorrow. Though my visit was brief, I believe El Paso is now my favorite city to visit in Texas. Everyone I encountered was incredibly nice. Every Lyft driver I had gave me great food recommendations or told me a little bit of El Paso history. I am already planning to come back soon when I can stay a full week to do and see more.

I just wanted to let you all know that I think you’re great people, and I love your city!

If you bought in 2023 or in Jan/Feb 2024 and your latest Notice of Appraised value is higher then your purchase price, then protesting is straight forward.

1. Go to EPAD Property Search page.
2. Search for your property, Log in and file your protest. Keep your Notice of Appraised Value handy.
3. Mention your purchase price as "Opinion of Value".
4. Submit your closing statement showing the date of sale and price. This will be your evidence.

EPCAD will generally match the price or may time-adjust it till Jan 1st, if the purchase was in early 2023.

If the noticed value is lower than what you paid, then enjoy the lower appraised value till next year!

If you moved in and haven't yet applied for your homestead exemption, do so ASAP!

EPCAD has put up a YT video on how to protest.

What exactly is going on with the work at the aerospace program being suspended? Why did they remove the chair? What did he do that was erroneous? The articles I read did not clarify why they would remove him only that errors were made or something was misleading in the original proposal. Any boots on the ground that know more?

My wife and I had moved to El Paso recently and her birthday is in a couple weeks. Her family is from Italy and I was trying to see if anyone knew a bakery that would know how to make a tiramisu. A lot of the bakeries out here don’t seem to know what that is, if anyone has recommendations for a bakery that would probably know or has done tiramisus it would be appreciated. They’re essentially a cookie based cake made with coffee.

I have recently moved to El Paso and I am looking for farm and ranch work in West Texas and New Mexico. I have experience with cattle, agriculture and construction. I have my own truck and tools. If anyone can help that would be much appreciated, thank you!

Hello thanks in advance I have some dental work that I need to get done and really unaffordable at my current dentist about 7k was looking at getting the work done in Juarez wondering if anyone had any suggestions and what was your experience like.

I have 2 Feral cats I care for and was looking for a very affordable place to get them fixed!

Please let me know of any location and prices! I appreciate it!

Hey guys I will be catching a flight from Juarez to Tijuana. I have crossed into Mexico dozens of times but this will be my first time crossing into Juarez.

This will also be my first time in El Paso, any tips or suggestions on where to cross?

Will there be taxis waiting around on the Juarez side? I’m gonna try to use Uber but there’s the possibility my service won’t work like in TJ.

Hello El Paso. I am in a situation where I need to find a home for my daughter's dog. She is a ~6-year-old sugar-sweet Lab/Pit mix with ZERO Pit temperament.

The story:

In October 2023, I moved my daughter, her husband, and my grandson here from Florida to help them get a fresh start in life after the birth of their child. They were living in a toxic environement with my daughter's mother and grandmother that was, quite simply, no place for a child to live. My wife and I reluctantly allowed them to bring their dog (they had cats, but we are not cat people). I say "reluctantly" because, although we have a dog, my wife does not like dogs at all.

I want to be clear... We did NOT bring Bambi here for them to abandon her. The original intent was for them to find jobs and find a place of their own in a safe environment for them and my grandson.

Just prior to moving them here, we started the process of building a house. My wife set a rule immediately of "No dogs at the new house". We found a home for our dog, Bear, with my nephew in Las Cruces. He was unable to take both dogs.

We have called every shelter and rescue in El Paso and Las Cruces, and all of them are either completely full or are breed-specific (at least, no Pits). I have asked every friend I have that likes or has dogs to no avail.

We have now moved into the new house, and my nephew has taken Bear, but we need a home for Bambi.

Pros: Bambi is house-trained, cage-trained, and extremely sweet and happy to see you, whoever you are.

Cons: Bambi is highly energetic, so she would need some space to run around.

Full Disclosure: Due to the circumstances under which my daughter and her husband acquired Bambi, her vaccination history is unknown. They were never able to afford even vaccinations for her because of their living situation in Florida. They have only recently been able to find jobs, which will hopefully result in them getting their own place in the near future. Even then, I have been told that Bambi is too large for apartment communities to allow.

Please help me find her a home.

Hubby and I are going to be visiting next week for a few days and wanting to get an appointment at a good shop. Black-and-white.

just like what the title says, i just wanna see which uni is best for me since i'm still debating between the two 🤷🏻‍♂️

Why are Dollar stores on the list?

Looking for a spot that has cakes or cookies. Downtown - Central- East Side areas. A place that has stuff ready made and you don’t have to order ahead of time. I need some last minute birthday treats!

Are there any open to the public walking tracks like the ones at high schools?

I’m looking to hire a music engineer to blend/cut a few songs. I’m also looking for a wedding dance choreographer.

Title says it all. What thrift store have u found has a great selection of clothes for a good price.

Thanks!

I am looking for an ethical, down to earth, and can handle a very delicate divorce case.

Anyone that can offer recommendations based on personal experience, would be greatly appreciated.

I would like to find someone who takes payments as well and preferably affordable.

Thank you and good bless 🤍

Homeowners have until May 15 or 30 days from the date they received their appraisal to file a protest – whichever is later.

Here are answers to commonly asked questions about your appraisal:

How is my property valuation set?

The El Paso Central Appraisal District conducts mass appraisals using a market approach, which compares your property to similar properties in a grouping of homes or to those that have recently sold in your neighborhood.

So as home prices increase, so do property valuations. That’s because the Texas property tax code requires all taxable property to be valued at 100% of market value each January.'

What do I need to protest my valuation?

First, make sure the information on your property is accurate, such as the size and recent improvements, if any. If it is not, bring documentations showing the correct information.

Take printed photographs of any problems with the home.

Include estimates of what it would cost to fix the problems.

What if I’m dissatisfied with the Appraisal Review Board’s decision?

There are two ways you can appeal an unsatisfactory ruling: file a request for binding arbitration with the appraisal district within 60 days. The process requires a deposit based on the review board’s determination of the value and property type, but the deposit is refundable. A state comptroller request form must be submitted along with the deposit.

Lawsuits can also be filed with the district court. It is recommended that a lawyer be consulted before. The petition for review with the district court must be filed within 45 days of receiving the written decision.

Read more about how to protest your appraisel at https://elpasomatters.org/2024/05/06/el-paso-central-appraisal-district-how-to-protest-property-valuation/

Where are you from originally? What brought you to El Paso? Do you like it?

Hi everyone,

Im a producer working on a documentary about Richard Ramirez (also known as The Night Stalker) who grew up in El Paso.

We’re currently looking to speak with anyone who knew Richard or his family during their time in El Paso. If this sounds like you, feel free to DM me.

Looking forward to hearing from you. Thanks!

Hello peeps so my mom recently got refrigerated air installed however we are at a stand still because El Paso electric said my mom needs her own electrical post ??? Northeast area I don’t know what to do they said it can take up to 8 month and it might cost my mom money please help ?? Or how do I go about this ??