Property Tax Appeal:
Do it Yourself. Do it Right.
Many Texas homeowners are paying companies for homestead exemptions that are free. Learn about homestead designation scams, deceptive practices, and how to file your Texas homestead exemption yourself for free.
Learn how Texas property tax protests are resolved informally, via ARB hearings, or through property tax protest agreed orders (Topline settlements) under Tax Code §41.47(g). Includes Harris and Travis CAD stats and DIY vs agent median reduction trends.
Fix incorrect square footage in Texas appraisal district records, understand ANSI Z765 standards, and use unequal appraisal to lower your property taxes.
Texas is a non-disclosure state — you don’t have to disclose your home’s sale price. But should you do it voluntarily? Learn how Texas Tax Code §22.24 works, how CADs get your price anyway, and why disclosure may actually help you.
Not sure what reasons to check on your Texas property tax protest form? Here are 12 common reasons homeowners use on Form 50-132 — explained in plain English, with examples and tips.
Learn how to reduce property taxes in Texas: claim exemptions, check appraisal records, gather sales & equity comps, and protest before May 15. Updated for 2026 protest season.