Property Tax Process
County Appraisal Process
An appraisal is a written estimate of a home or property’s value based on current market conditions. In Texas, each county has an established appraisal district that is responsible for appraising all real and business personal property within that district. Keep reading to discover how the county appraisal process works in Texas. County Appraisals in…
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Central Appraisal District (CAD) and Tax Collector: What is the Difference?
If you pay property taxes in Texas, you may have heard the term Central Appraisal District or CAD for short. What does CAD mean, and how is it different from a tax collector? Keep reading to learn more. Central Appraisal District (CAD) According to the Comptroller of Texas, appraisal districts are responsible for “appraising property…
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Texas Property Tax Penalty and Interest Chart
In Texas, you are considered delinquent if your property tax bill remains unpaid by February 1st of the tax year. Once delinquent, you are subject to a 7% penalty and from there interest and penalties continue with one of the largest penalties coming in July for most counties. Every month that you’re still past due,…
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Texas Property Tax Resources
From understanding how your tax bill is calculated, to determining if you qualify for a tax exemption, the property tax system in Texas can be confusing and sometimes difficult to understand. So, we’ve decided to share some helpful texas property tax resources and legal information for Texas property owners. Appraisals If you are looking to…
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What Are Property Tax Deferrals?
If you’re a Texas homeowner, chances are you’re familiar with property taxes, but what is a property tax deferral, and who qualifies? A property tax deferral allows you to put off paying your property taxes for a certain period. It’s important to note that a property tax deferral does not mean you’ll never have to…
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How to Protest Your Property Tax in Texas
Like many Texas homeowners this year, you may have been caught off-guard by the increase in property taxes. With these increases being as much as 10%, many Texans are looking for ways to help lower their costs. Protesting your property tax is an important option to explore and can save you several hundred to several…
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A Brief History of the Texas Property Tax
Property tax is the annual amount paid by property owners based on the value of their residential property or business. In Texas, the property tax is used locally to help pay for schools, streets, roads, police, fire protection, and many other services. Since Texas uses these property taxes to fund local communities, the state itself…
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Critical Dates for Filing Property Tax in Texas
If you own a home or commercial property in Texas, it is essential to stay up to date when paying your property tax bill. Texas has some of the highest property taxes in the nation, making it easy to fall behind on payments. If you miss your property tax bill payment, you will be subject…
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How the May 2022 Election in Texas May Affect Property Taxes
On May 7, 2022, voters in Texas will decide whether to lower some property taxes that fund schools in a special election. Property taxes are collected on residential and commercial properties to help fund cities, counties, school districts, and special districts. Because Texas does not tax on income, Texans are charged higher property tax rates…
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Why is My Property Tax Bill Higher this Year?
Were you caught off-guard by a higher Texas property tax bill this year? Whether you pay your property taxes directly or you have an escrow account set up with your mortgage, property tax increases can be an expensive surprise. But what makes your property taxes increase? Here are a few of the most common reasons.…
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