Your Right to Protest
Tips to Strengthen Your Protest
Use Comparable Sales Data
Look for homes similar to yours in age, size, location, and build. A REALTOR® or independent appraiser can help you gather this vital info.
Verify Property Details
Check the appraisal district’s records to ensure your home’s measurements and features are accurate—errors here can mean a higher valuation than you deserve.
- Present Clear Supporting Evidence
Highlight reasons the appraisal value is inflated, such as proximity to train tracks or structural issues like a cracked foundation or deteriorating roof.
Back It Up with Documents Tips for Effectively Protesting Your Property Appraisal
Bring documentation—photos, repair estimates, engineering or fire reports, surveys—that support your claim.
- Request the CAD’s Data
Ask for the raw data they used: formulas, schedules, comps, or any materials expected at your hearing. - Evaluate the Effort vs. Savings
If it’s only going to save you a few bucks, think carefully about whether the time and any prep costs are worth it.
What to Expect After Filing
- Affidavit (written statement)
- Phone or video conference
- In-person meeting
Top-rated Tax Protest Companies in Texas
If you’d rather let experts handle it, here are some trusted names—each working on a no-savings, no-fee basis:
Company | Locations Serviced | Contact Info |
|---|---|---|
Ownwell | Covers Dallas, Collin, Denton, Harris & Statewide | Web: Ownwell |
Texas Tax Protest | Dallas/Fort Worth & San Antonio | Web: Texas Tax Protest |
North Texas Property Tax Services (NTPTS) | Dallas, Collin, Denton, Tarrant | Web: NTPTS |
Gill, Denson & Company | Statewide (all 254 Texas counties) | Web: Gill, Denson & Co |
O’Connor – Expert Property Tax Reduction | Statewide |
