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McKINNEY, Texas – The McKinney Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) today announced its investment in The Andy App, an AI-powered platform transforming how homeowners manage and protest property taxes. Founded by seasoned entrepreneur and McKinney resident Michael Reeves, The Andy App is redefining transparency and accessibility in one of the most overlooked areas of personal finance.

Property taxes represent one of the largest recurring expenses for homeowners, yet studies show that as many as 40 to 60 percent of properties may be over-assessed. Despite this, only a small fraction of homeowners take action. The Andy App addresses this gap by leveraging artificial intelligence and intuitive mobile technology to simplify the protest process, allowing users to evaluate and challenge their property tax assessments with clarity and confidence.

“The Andy App is exactly the kind of innovation we’re proud to support through the McKinney Innovation Fund,” said  Michael Kowski, President and CEO of MEDC. “Michael and his team are taking a complex, often frustrating process and making it simple, accessible, and actionable for everyday homeowners. This is a strong example of how technology can directly improve quality of life for residents while creating scalable business growth right here in McKinney.”

Founder Michael Reeves brings a track record of entrepreneurial success, including multiple business exits across the property tax and financial services industries. A graduate of Sam Houston State University and longtime McKinney resident, Reeves built his first company from the ground up, eventually leading it to a private equity acquisition in 2024. His experience in property tax lending revealed a consistent pattern of over-assessment and underutilized protest opportunities—insights that ultimately led to the creation of The Andy App.

“I’ve spent years in the property tax space, and one thing became clear—homeowners are often overpaying simply because they don’t know how to fight back,” said Michael Reeves, founder of The Andy App. “We built Andy to change that. With just a few taps, homeowners can take control of their property taxes, backed by data, technology, and a team working on their behalf.’ 

Through its platform, homeowners can upload property details, document imperfections, and initiate a protest directly from their phone. The app combines advanced data modeling with localized insights—including comparable property data and community factors—to build stronger cases and potentially save users hundreds or even thousands of dollars annually.

In addition to its core tax protest capabilities, The Andy App integrates broader community data, including neighborhood insights that can influence property value, further strengthening its value proposition for homeowners. The Andy App is currently live across Texas with plans to expand into additional states in the near future.

The investment in The Andy App reflects MEDC’s continued commitment to supporting high-growth, technology-driven companies that solve real-world problems. As part of the Innovation Fund portfolio, The Andy App will benefit from strategic support, local ecosystem connections, and access to resources designed to accelerate its growth.

About The Andy App

The Andy App is an AI-powered property tax platform that helps homeowners monitor, evaluate, and protest property tax assessments with ease. By combining advanced data analysis, mobile accessibility, and localized insights, the platform empowers users to reduce over-assessments and take control of one of their largest financial obligations. Learn more at https://theandyapp.com/.

About McKinney Economic Development Corporation

The McKinney Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) is dedicated to promoting economic growth, supporting business expansion, and fostering innovation in McKinney, Texas. Through strategic investments like the Innovation Fund, MEDC partners with high-potential companies to drive job creation, capital investment, and long-term community impact. Learn more at https://uniquemckinney.com/.