Appraisal & Collection Technologies (ACT) Enters Strategic Agreement With MoakCasey to Enhance School Finance Services

(Austin, TX) Appraisal & Collection Technologies (ACT), a leading provider of property tax software and services and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, a leading national law firm specializing in governmental collections, is proud to announce a new teaming agreement with MoakCasey, a premier Texas-based consulting and advocacy firm renowned for its expertise in school finance and public education policy.

This strategic partnership underscores the commitment to supporting Texas school district clients with comprehensive, data-driven financial solutions. Through this collaboration, ACT and MoakCasey will integrate both companies’ suite of services to better support school districts’ unique planning and compliance needs.

Linebarger and ACT currently offer school district clients a range of services including property tax study and appeals services, truth-in-taxation training and consultation, ongoing legislative and regulatory updates, and financial and operational guidance. These valued services will remain a part of the firm’s client services offerings.

MoakCasey’s school finance services include bookkeeper training & fiscal management reviews, efficiency audits required for voter-approval tax rate elections (VATRE), in-depth financial data reviews of financial trends, truth-in-taxation assistance, revenue projections and state aid templates, property value study services, and innovative partnership guidance to unlock new revenue streams.

“Linebarger/ACT’s school district specialists include highly trained and experienced professionals in the arena of school finance who offer ongoing services to our clients throughout the year. With the augmentation of MoakCasey’s resources, we can deliver even more robust offerings to our clients,” says Richard Haass, Linebarger’s Chief Operating Officer.

“MoakCasey’s proven leadership and expertise in advancing Texas schools aligns perfectly with Linebarger and ACT’s mission to empower districts with the tools and insights they need to thrive,” said Dan Huberty, Ed.D., MoakCasey’s Chief Executive Officer. “Together, we are equipping school leaders with the financial clarity and strategic support necessary to navigate today’s complex education landscape.”

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About Linebarger: ACT is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP. Linebarger is a nationally recognized law firm specializing in governmental collections, serving over 2,600 public sector clients across the United States. With a rich history dating back to 1976, Linebarger has built a solid reputation for its unwavering commitment to excellence, professionalism, and client service. The firm’s dedicated team of legal professionals is committed to providing innovative legal and collection solutions to public sector clients.

About MoakCasey: MoakCasey offers school districts nimble, customized and comprehensive services to facilitate leadership’s forecasting, planning and adaptation in the dynamic landscape of public schools. Our team is comprised of strong professionals with deep experience within Texas school districts, the Texas Legislature, Texas state agencies and education organizations.