Here’s what you need to know about your property taxes increasing: County appraisal districts are not infallible; there may be errors in their appraisal methods that could cost you hundreds or even thousands of dollars. As local tax rates increase to meet larger infrastructure and community needs, that will have an impact on your [...]
Here’s what you need to know about how to successfully protest property taxes after buying a home: You can and should protest property taxes after buying a home; there’s no need to wait a year or more. There’s a short time period where your closing statement may be useful in a protest, but it [...]
Here’s what you need to know about filing a late property tax protest in Texas: The Texas property tax protest deadline is the later of May 15 or 30 days after you receive the Notice of Appraised Value. Anything after that is considered late. If you meet the strict requirements, you may file a [...]
Here’s what you need to know about winning a commercial property tax protest in Texas: The rent roll and the P&L are the two most important financials needed for a successful and significant protest. The rent roll provides an accurate, fixed picture of income on January 1st, while the P&L provides actual operating income [...]
Here’s what you need to know about new construction property taxes: New construction includes any improvement to vacant land or existing structures, not just brand-new properties. The taxable value is appraised based on the value of the land, existing structures, and the percentage of construction completed as of January 1. Keep detailed records and [...]
Here’s what you need to know about your homestead exemption status: If your homestead exemption is inactive, your property tax bill could increase by hundreds or even thousands each year. Your status could be inactive due to paperwork issues, purchase of a new property, deed or title changes, or a loss of eligibility. We [...]
Here’s what you need to know about the Texas homestead cap: The 10% Texas homestead cap limits annual increases in the taxable value of a primary residence, protecting homeowners from sharp property tax hikes. While you may apply for homestead exemptions soon after purchasing a home, the 10% cap only starts 365 days after [...]
Here’s what you need to know about avoiding these commercial property owner mistakes: Commercial property owners must file a BPP rendition by April 15 each year. We recommend protesting commercial property taxes every year to maximize your annual savings. Gather strong, detailed evidence to support your argument to the CAD for a lower property [...]
Here’s what you need to know about the 2026 property tax timeline in Texas: The 2026 property tax protest season is already underway, with key deadlines to look out for all year. Recent legislative updates and local tax rate changes may affect your exemptions and overall tax bill this year. Reviewing your appraisal notice [...]
Here’s what you need to know about your tax appraisal vs market value when it comes to protesting property taxes and selling your home: Many homeowners mistakenly believe protesting their tax-appraised value will lower their home’s resale value. Resale value is mostly determined by buyers and market conditions, while tax appraisal value is used [...]
