Expert insights, key deadlines, and helpful guides to empower Texas property owners.
Stay informed about crucial dates for protests and appeals.
Demystify complex property tax terminology.
Step-by-step instructions for common tax-related tasks.
Access essential property tax protest forms and documents.
Deadline for most business personal property rendition statements.
General deadline to protest your property's value with your local appraisal district (or 30 days from notice, whichever is later).
Deadline for the Appraisal Review Board (ARB) to approve the appraisal records.
An independent board that hears taxpayer protests regarding property valuations. The ARB is responsible for ensuring appraisals are equal and uniform across all property types in the county.
A tax exemption that reduces the taxable value of a homeowner's primary residence. In Texas, homestead exemptions can reduce school district taxes and may provide additional savings from other taxing units.
The price at which a property would sell in a competitive and open market. Market value is the basis for determining property taxes in Texas and should reflect the fair market price a willing buyer would pay a willing seller.
An official document mailed by the appraisal district to property owners notifying them of the appraised value of their property. This notice is the starting point for any protest or appeal process.
The value used to calculate property taxes after all exemptions and deductions have been applied. This is typically the appraised value minus any applicable exemptions.
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