Texas Property Tax Protest: Market Value vs. Equal & Uniform Appeals

The Two Most Common Reasons for a Texas Property Tax Protest

If you're a Texas property owner, you have the right to protest your property tax assessment—and in most cases, there are two main reasons that give you the best chance of success:

1️⃣ Market Value Protest – Your property is overvalued compared to its true market worth.
2️⃣ Equal & Uniform Protest – Your property is taxed higher than similar properties in your area.

Both of these protest types can lead to lower tax bills, but understanding the difference is key to a successful appeal.

1. Market Value Protest: Your Property is Overvalued

A Market Value Protest argues that the county has overestimated your property’s worth. This can happen if:
✔️ Your home has damage or needed repairs that weren’t considered (foundation issues, roof damage, etc.).
✔️ Your home is assessed higher than recent sales of similar properties in your area.
✔️ Your rental property has lost income or high vacancy rates, lowering its true market value.

📌 Example: If the county says your home is worth $500,000, but recent comparable home sales show it should be closer to $450,000, you can file a protest with this evidence.

2. Equal & Uniform Protest: Your Taxes Are Higher Than Similar Properties

Even if your home’s market value is accurate, you might still be unfairly taxed. An Equal & Uniform Protest argues that your property is valued unfairly compared to others in the same neighborhood.

✔️ If similar homes in your area are taxed lower, you can challenge your assessment.
✔️ Counties sometimes raise values unevenly, creating unfair taxation.
✔️ Even if your home is worth more, it must be assessed consistently with comparable properties.

📌 Example: Your home is valued at $500,000, but nearly identical homes nearby are assessed at $475,000. This difference could mean hundreds in extra taxes that you shouldn’t be paying.

📢 File Your Protest Before the May 15 Deadline!

✔️ Both Market Value & Equal & Uniform protests can lower your tax bill.
✔️ Most protests in Texas are successful—if you file with strong evidence.
✔️ A professional tax consultant can help you build the best case.

📅 The deadline to file is May 15! Start your appeal today to avoid overpaying!

📞 Need help? Contact Texas Tax Appeal today!