Protest Property Tax | Appeal Property Tax Houston – Property Tax Reduction

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About Us

Our Beginning
We set out to make protesting property tax simple by building a simple tool that anyone could use to save money and time on their property taxes.  The result was PropertyTaxReduction.com,  a proven solution that’s been highly successful in helping Houston area homeowners reduce the taxable value of their home.
The Problem
Most people lack the time and expertise required to prepare a credible appeal package on their own, and nobody likes splitting their tax savings with a hired professional. For years, unfairly assessed homeowners have had only these two options.
Our Solution
Our web-based appeal platform does all the work for you. No more countless hours doing research and calculations and no more high contingency fees that negate your tax savings.

Texas Property Tax ProtestOur Guarantee
If your assessment is not reduced by the Appraisal Review Board, simply send us a copy of your denial letter and receive a same-day refund on your purchase price.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why can’t I find my address?

If you’re having trouble locating your address, it’s likely for one of the following reasons:

  1. First, be sure your home is located in one of the following counties: Harris County, Fort Bend County, Brazoria County, Galveston County, Montgomery County.
  2. Your property must be a single-family residential home.
  3. IMPORTANT: Your address much appear exactly as it does on your appraisal notice. Often this requires the use of abbreviations. Enter “Dr” not “Drive”, “Ave” not “Avenue”, “St” not “Street”, “Cir” not “Circle”.  NOTE: There should be no punctuation anywhere in the Street Address.
  4. Your appraisal district may have issued your initial value at a later date than the bulk of properties in your county. If this is the case, Contact Us to be notified when your home is supported.

How do I know if I should protest?

If we are unable to find enough compelling data that supports your case for lower taxes, we’ll let you know that a protest may not make sense this year. However, if there is data that indicates you may be overpaying, we’ll estimate your potential savings and encourage you to proceed with a protest.

How much time is required to build my Property Tax Reduction Report?

A candidate for tax savings can typically finish building their evidence package in about 5 or 10 minutes. Similarly, submitting your evidence online is a straight-forward process that typically takes just a few minutes.

What happens after I purchase my Property Tax Reduction Report?

Immediately upon your purchase, a link will appear for you to download your evidence package. For your convenience, we also e-mail you a copy along with instructions for submitting it to your local county appraisal district. You will choose from one of the three options below: (1) Mail your Report and required forms to the appraisal district (2) Submit your Report online (available in select counties). (3) Go to your county appraisal district yourself and make your case in person. Your local appraisal district will review your evidence and notify you whether or not they agree to reduce your appraised value.

When is the deadline to file a property tax protest in Texas?

The protest deadline in Texas is the later of May 31, or 30 days after the appraisal district sends your notice of appraised value.

Will documenting problems with my home help get my property taxes reduced?

Absolutely.  The more information the appraisal district has about your property, the more accurate their valuation will be.  Your appraisal district is faced with the incredible task of assigning a value to thousands of properties, so it impossible for them to pick up every deficiency of your home.  The “Factors and Considerations” step provides a place to describe these deficiencies in detail.  We’ll prompt you to answer four key questions and integrate your responses into your Property Tax Reduction Report.

Does challenging my property tax assessment make my house worth less?

No, your property tax assessment is for taxation purposes only. In fact, your home can actually bring a higher selling price if you regularly contest your property taxes. This is due to the lower cost of ownership achieved when the valuation is regularly kept in check.

Do you attend a hearing for me?

No we don’t.  Our system is designed for homeowners seeking to maximize their tax savings by not having to split their savings as a fee with a hired professional. We empower you to work seamlessly with your county’s online protest platforms, or appear in person well-prepared to make a strong argument for lower taxes.

How are property taxes calculated?

Below is an example of how property taxes are calculated for a home appraised for $300,000 with an estimated tax rate of 2.5%:

Your Home Assessment Your Tax Rate Your Property Taxes
$300,000 x 2.50% = $7,500

As an example, assume you entered your address, and data supports a market value of $265,000, rather than the appraisal district’s assessed value of $300,000:

Our Indication of Value Your Tax Rate Your Property Taxes
$265,000 x 2.50% = $6,625

The value supported by our data is $35,000 less than the appraisal district’s assessment. A $35,000 difference multiplied by a 2.5% tax rate equates to $875 in potential property tax savings:

Assessment Reduction Your Tax Rate Potential Tax Savings
$35,000 x 2.50% = $875
Am I overpaying?