The 2026 protest season has closed. County appraisal districts are posting certified final values now — we’ll have 2026 certified data loaded by mid-September so you can see where your home landed. 2027 notices arrive in April. Join the list below and we’ll tell you the moment your county’s data is ready.

87% of Texans have never protested their property values. Most didn’t know they could. (Source: Texas Comptroller, 2024)

Is your property appraisal fair?

See how your home’s value compares to similar homes nearby — free. We’ll also notify you when 2026 certified values are loaded and when 2027 notices arrive.

Free Fairness Check + 2026 Certified Value Alert

Includes your peer comparison overview. We’ll email you when your county’s 2026 certified values are live.

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Texas law: Value can't go up from a protest
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Texas law: Value can't go up from a protest
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Official appraisal district data
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Most don’t ever protest, but it’s worth it.

70–90%

of informal protests in Texas result in a lower assessed value.²

Think you need a firm? The data says otherwise.

82%
DIY Protest
Self-Represented
53%
Professional Agents
Contingency Firms

A university study found DIY filers succeed 82% of the time vs. 53% for paid agents.

Why? Because the review board processes dozens of cases a day in 15-minute hearings. They stop reading after the first two pages. What matters isn't how much evidence you bring. It's whether your evidence is structured for how the system actually works.

Firms often submit 20+ pages that overwhelm the panel. Your evidence packet is built to be read in under two minutes, because that's how much time you actually get.

What does it actually cost to protest?

If your protest results in a ~$100/month reduction, here's who keeps what:

$39.99 — once, done

You see every piece of evidence before you pay. Nothing happens without your permission. After that, every dollar of your reduction is yours.

$300–480/year — auto-renewing

The contract renews without your attention. The firm takes their cut whether they did new work or not. Same reduction, smaller check — every month.

CheckMyPropertyTax.com
You keep
$100
/month

You paid $39.99 once. That's it.

Month 1: you're already $60 ahead.

Month 12: you've kept $1,160.

vs
Typical Contingency Firm
You keep
$60–75
/month

The firm takes $25–40. Every month.

They did the work once. You pay forever.

Month 12: they've taken $300–480.

$260–460 more

in your pocket over the first year alone

⛽ 6+ months of gas 🛒 2+ months of groceries 💡 A year of electric overages 🎓 A semester of school supplies

All figures are illustrative based on a $100/month reduction scenario at Phase 1 county effective tax rates (1.7%–2.5%). Contingency firm range (25–40%) reflects industry standard. No outcome is guaranteed.

Not sure yet? Check your home's fairness first. ↑

Built for the hearing room. Backed by a guarantee.

Built for 15-minute hearings

Your evidence packet isn't a data dump. It's structured for how Texas protest hearings actually work: 15-minute sessions, dozens of cases a day, and a review board that stops reading after the first two pages. Every page earns its place.

7-day satisfaction guarantee

See everything before you decide. If your evidence packet isn't what you expected, get a full refund within 7 days. No questions asked.

Three Steps to a Fairer Tax Appraisal

Stop splitting your refund with lawyers. We give you the professional evidence you need to file yourself in minutes.

1

Check Your Home's Fairness (Free)

Enter your address. See how your home's assessed value compares to similar homes nearby. Takes about 60 seconds. No cost, no commitment.

2

Get Everything You Need

Your evidence packet includes: a fairness report comparing your home to similar neighbors, a guided walkthrough to photograph and document repair needs from your phone, and step-by-step filing instructions for your county. One flat fee. No contracts.

3

File & Keep 100%

When the protest window opens — 2027 notices arrive in April, with a typical filing deadline of May 15 — submit your evidence to your county online. Most cases resolve with the first offer. You keep every dollar of any reduction.

Pro Tip: Why you should file every single year

There is zero downside to filing. By law, your value cannot be raised during a protest hearing. It can only go down or stay the same. Even if your evidence seems weak, the automated system often settles. If you don't file, you'll pay full price.

Your Professional Protest "Cheat Sheet"

Protesting your taxes shouldn't feel like a fight. It's just about fixing a math error.

Sample Evidence Report - Summary of Residential Property Protest

Modeled after real Texas Appraisal Districts' evidence standards.

Neighbors Just Like You

Up to 10 homes closest to yours in size, age, and location — from official county data.

The "Middle Price" Rule

Texas law says your taxes must be fair. We find the middle value for homes like yours. If yours is higher, that's a strong sign you're being over-assessed.

Document Your Repair Needs

The appraisal district assigns your home a broad condition rating, but doesn't know about specific repairs like an aging roof or old appliances. Our guided walkthrough helps you photograph issues and enter repair estimates from your phone in minutes. This section is optional and makes a strong case even stronger.

Ready-to-Print Evidence

Formatted as an "Official Exhibit." Print it out or upload it to the county website in minutes.

Keep 100% of Your Savings

You see every piece of evidence before you pay. $39.99 flat. No percentage of your savings. No auto-renewing contracts.

Step-by-Step for Your County

Your filing guide includes your county's portal link, deadline reminders, and a framework to evaluate any settlement offer you receive.

See the full report, page by page →

Scroll through all 12 pages of a real anonymized report with callouts explaining every feature.

Start with your free Fairness Check

¹ Based on university research on mass appraisal methods and independent analysis of Texas appraisal district assessment patterns.

² Informal stage resolution data from major Texas appraisal districts, 2024.

Don’t miss the 2027 window

Notices go out in April 2027. The filing deadline is typically May 15. Most people who mean to protest simply forget. Join the reminder list and we’ll email you when notices drop, when your county’s data is ready, and before the deadline.