When Specialization Matters Most
Many landowners assume they need a law firm, but most firms—including HBWV—treat ETJ removal as one of many services. This blog breaks down how FMP delivers faster, more affordable, and more reliable results than HBWV.
Law Firms Do a Lot. We Only Do ETJ.
Free My Property:
- Texas-based.
- 100% focused on ETJ removal.
- Staff trained in Chapter 277, 42, and SB 2038 compliance.
- Every resource, every day, goes into improving one outcome: your release from ETJ.
Hayes, Berry, White & Vanzant (HBWV):
- Broad-spectrum law firm.
- Offers services in litigation, family law, probate, municipal matters, and real estate.
- ETJ release is one small item on their offerings list.
Cost Structure, Timelines & Guarantees
| Feature | Free My Property | HBWV Law Firm |
|---|---|---|
| ETJ-Only Focus | ✅ | ❌ |
| Fixed Pricing | ✅ | ❌ (Hourly) |
| Remote Notarization | ✅ | ❌ |
| Petition Signature Compliance | ✅ | ❌ (often outsourced) |
| Response Timeline (under 100 days) | ✅ | ❌ (no stated deadline) |
| Resubmission at No Extra Cost | ✅ | ❌ (billable) |
Process Comparison – Streamlined vs. Fragmented
FMP: Entire process handled in-house. Includes deed review, mapping, petition drafting, signature tracking, and direct city follow-up.
HBWV: Often requires back-and-forth between associates and support staff. Documents may be generic templates repurposed from other practice areas. Response times vary depending on caseload.
After You File – Who Actually Follows Through?
FMP ensures delivery to the city, tracks deadlines, and deals with objections or corrections without charging more.
HBWV, like most law firms, ends service at petition delivery—any corrections or advocacy are billable extras.
Designed for Landowners, Not Courtrooms
FMP was created to help everyday landowners—not just developers or municipalities. We’re easy to reach, transparent about pricing, and focused on your results—not legal theory.
Why Free My Property is the Preferred Choice
Unlike law firms like Hayes, Berry, White & Vanzant that juggle a dozen practice areas, Free My Property is the only Texas-based company focused exclusively on ETJ removal. That means lower cost, faster turnaround, and a guaranteed success rate—all without the legalese.
Don’t Overpay for Unfocused Help
Why settle for a firm that handles ETJ removal as a side gig? Free My Property is your partner from start to finish. Start your petition here: https://freemyproperty.com or call (512) 842-9112 to get clarity today.
About Free My Property
Free My Property is the only Texas-based service that focuses exclusively on helping landowners remove their properties from a city’s ETJ. Our team combines legal knowledge, procedural expertise, and city collaboration to deliver guaranteed results—without law firm costs or complexity.