Home address: 107 N Sumac Ln
2021 Taxable Value: $322,739
Recent Sales Price: $230,000 – Over-taxed by 40%
Most home owners who do not appeal annually pay excess property taxes. Most home owners who do not appeal annually pay excess property taxes. Unequal appraisal appeals compare the level of assessment of your house to comparable houses, typically on a per square foot basis. Property tax appeals are often won with a smile and a bit of data.
Some homeowners believe “you can’t fight city hall.” But property owners win 60 to 80% of property tax appeals. It is impossible for 2,272 Texas appraisal district appraisers to track physical condition and value for over 20 million properties. Appraisal districts are willing to settle property tax appeals because they realize their values are not precise. Appraisal property taxes, yard work and HVAC check-ups are just a few of the responsibilities for homeowners.