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Tanner Franklin

Tanner Franklin joined Merit Advisors in October 2024 and is a Manager in the Property Tax practice, where he works with clients in the industrial manufacturing, energy, and chemical sectors to reduce tax liabilities and navigate complex valuations. He leads a team of consultants committed to delivering results, whether through strategic appeal negotiations, well-supported fair market value opinions, or identifying overlooked opportunities.

Prior to joining Merit, Tanner spent nine years with Kroll’s Valuation Advisory Services group, managing property tax engagements for large, publicly traded industrial portfolios. His background includes leading obsolescence analyses, property tax litigation, and negotiating high-value appeals, with a strong focus on oilfield service and heavy manufacturing assets.

Tanner holds a BBA in Economics from the University of North Texas. He is a licensed Property Tax Consultant in the state of Texas and an active member of the Institute for Professionals in Taxation (IPT).

Rewards of Merit

Explore our case studies to see how Merit helps energy companies unlock trapped value.

Wiping Out Tax Liabilities for Non-Op Interests

Royalties & Non-Op
Case Study

This operator engaged Merit to minimize property tax liabilities for its mineral holdings by reducing the working interest values.

Fixing a Mineral Interest Mistake to Secure Big Savings

Royalties & Non-Op
Case Study

This large operator turned to Merit after a state Tax Commission error resulted in an unfair valuation.

Reducing Inflated Assessments the Competition Overlooked

Downstream
Case Study

Unhappy with its prior tax consultant, this petrochemical facility wanted a partner who could reduce its ad valorem assessments.