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Tax Protest Appraisals
USPAP CompliantARB-Ready
Challenge your assessed value
with real data.
Independent, USPAP-compliant appraisals to support your property tax protest. Professional reports formatted for ARB hearings across DFW counties.
$600
Starting fee
5
Business day turnaround
4
ARB hearing formats supported
What This Is
Your strongest evidence at the hearing table
Every year, Texas county appraisal districts assess the value of your property for tax purposes. Sometimes that number is higher than what the property would actually sell for on the open market. When it is, you have the right to protest.
A certified appraiser provides an independent, USPAP-compliant opinion of your property’s market value based on actual comparable sales, a physical inspection, and professional analysis. This is the most credible evidence you can bring to an Appraisal Review Board hearing.
When You Need One
Common scenarios
A tax protest appraisal is your strongest tool when the county overvalues your property.
Assessed Value Seems Too High
If your county appraised value is higher than what your home would actually sell for, an independent appraisal gives you the evidence to challenge it.
Recent Renovations Overvalued
County assessors sometimes overestimate the value added by renovations. A certified appraiser analyzes what the market actually pays for those improvements.
Comparable Sales Don't Match
The county may use sales that aren't truly comparable to your property. An appraiser identifies the right comps and adjusts for differences the county missed.
Preparing for an ARB Hearing
A USPAP-compliant appraisal is one of the strongest pieces of evidence you can present at your Appraisal Review Board hearing, whether in person, by phone, video, or written affidavit.
Our Process
How it works
From notice review to hearing-ready report, the process is straightforward and deadline-aware.
1
Review Your Notice
We review your Notice of Appraised Value and compare the county's assessed value against current market data. This quick analysis tells us whether a protest has merit before you spend a dollar.
2
Property Inspection
A full interior and exterior inspection documents the property's actual condition, features, and any issues the county assessor may have missed during their mass appraisal process.
3
Market Analysis
We identify truly comparable sales, apply market-supported adjustments, and build a defensible value opinion. This is the same methodology used in any USPAP-compliant appraisal.
4
Report for Your Hearing
You receive a professional appraisal report you can submit to the ARB. The report clearly shows how the market value differs from the county's assessed value, with the data to back it up.
What You Get
Hearing-ready deliverables
Everything you need to walk into your ARB hearing with confidence, or submit a written affidavit backed by professional analysis.
- USPAP-compliant appraisal report
- Comparable sales analysis with market-supported adjustments
- Side-by-side comparison: market value vs. assessed value
- Property condition documentation with photographs
- Report formatted for ARB hearing submission
- Guidance on the protest process and hearing preparation
Pricing & Turnaround
Transparent fees
Final quotes depend on property complexity, location, and timeline requirements. Order early to avoid protest-season backlogs.
starting
$600
Standard Tax Protest Appraisal
Full interior/exterior inspection, USPAP-compliant report formatted for ARB hearing submission
5 business days
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Custom
Complex Property
Acreage, multi-unit, unique improvements, or properties requiring additional comparable research
7-10 business days
FAQ
Common questions
Answers to the questions we hear most from homeowners preparing for tax protests.
What is the deadline to file a property tax protest in Tarrant County?
In Tarrant County, the deadline to file a protest is May 15 or 30 days after the Notice of Appraised Value is mailed, whichever is later. Other DFW counties have similar deadlines. Do not wait until the last week to order an appraisal — turnaround is typically 5 business days, and demand is highest in April and May.
What hearing formats does the ARB offer?
The Appraisal Review Board offers four hearing formats: in-person, phone, video conference, and written affidavit. A professional appraisal report is effective in all four formats. Written affidavit hearings are especially well-suited to appraisal-based protests because the report speaks for itself.
Is an appraisal worth the cost for a tax protest?
It depends on the potential savings. If your assessed value is significantly higher than market value, the tax savings over multiple years can far exceed the appraisal fee. We are happy to do a quick preliminary review of your notice at no charge to help you decide whether a formal appraisal makes sense.
Can I use a Zillow estimate or a real estate agent's CMA instead?
You can submit anything you want to the ARB, but a Zillow estimate is computer-generated and carries no professional accountability. A CMA from a real estate agent is a marketing tool, not a USPAP-compliant valuation. An appraisal from a certified appraiser is the strongest evidence you can present because it follows a regulated methodology and the appraiser is accountable for the opinion.
Do you attend the ARB hearing with me?
The appraisal report is designed to stand on its own at the hearing. If you would like the appraiser to attend and testify, that service is available for an additional fee. Many homeowners successfully present the report themselves.
What if I already filed my protest — can I still get an appraisal?
Yes. You can order an appraisal any time before your hearing date. Filing the protest and obtaining the appraisal are independent steps. Just make sure to allow enough turnaround time before your scheduled hearing.
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