Scott Retzloff

Overview

Scott Retzloff is a Principal in Ryan’s San Antonio office, where he advises clients on ad valorem property tax matters with a focus on negotiation, compliance, and effective communication with state and local taxing authorities. He brings more than 30 years of experience in the real estate and property tax industry, helping organizations navigate complex assessment environments and achieve defensible, measurable outcomes.

With extensive knowledge of real estate valuation and tax law, Scott offers a practical, relationship-driven approach to property tax consulting. His background includes senior leadership roles in consulting, financial services, and public accounting environments, managing large, multistate property portfolios and working closely with executive leadership on budgeting, accruals, and reporting. Scott is known for his ability to develop sound tax positions, coordinate resources effectively, and consistently reduce property tax liabilities for commercial property owners.

Education and Qualifications

Bachelor of Business Administration, Finance, Texas Tech University

Texas Real Estate Broker

Texas Senior Property Tax Consultant

Experience and Achievements

Principal, Property Tax, Ryan, San Antonio office

• Advises clients on ad valorem property tax strategy and negotiations

• Represents property owners before state and local taxing authorities

President, regional consulting firm

Vice President, Property Tax, financial services firm

• Coordinated assessment appeals and property tax payments across a 38-state portfolio

• Supported budgeting, accruals, and public reporting for senior management

Manager, Property Tax, Big Four firm

• Represented commercial property owners nationwide

• Developed positions to reduce property tax liability in coordination with CFOs

Client Account Executive, tax preparation services firm

Account Executive, state tax services firm