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Property Tax Exemptions

The Texaslegislature has provided numerous property tax exemptions for taxpayers.Exemptions for homestead, over 65 homestead, disabled homestead, disabledveteran is just the start.




Agricultural and Timberland Appraisal

Property taxes for agricultural land and timberland can be cut by well over 90% by obtaining an “ag exemption”. However, there is some controversy over who should qualify.


Protest and Appeals
If you disagree with the appraisal district's value or any action of the appraisal district about your property, you may file a protest with the appraisal review board (ARB).

Property Appraisal

Personal property used for the production of income must be rendered annually and is subject to property taxes in Texas.

Appraisal Districts

Appraisal districts are charged with equitably valuing all property located within the taxing entities they serve.

Property Tax Division

The Property Tax Division of the Texas Comptrollers office is responsible for reviewing the work of appraisal districts, compiling property tax laws promulgated by the legislature and more.
Tax Rates and Tax Rate Rollback Elections
Texas property taxpayers are entitled to notice when taxing units are increasing revenue based on either an increase in tax rates or assessed values.
Tax Bills and Delinquent Taxes
Texas taxpayers need to carefully monitor and review the tax bills, which need to be paid for each property that they own. Timely payment of Texas property taxes is the best way to avoid penalties.
Texas Property Taxpayers' Remedies
While the burden of property taxes is high, Texas property owners have many appeal options.

Property Tax

A levy on property that the owner is required to pay

County Tax Appraiser
Assess value of property
Not allowed to enter your home