Why homeowners are switching to DIY.
Don't give away 40% of your savings. You have better options.
| Feature | Traditional Protest Firm | CheckMyPropertyTax.com |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 30% - 50% of your savings (forever) | Flat $39.99. You keep 100% of savings. |
| Transparency | You never see the evidence | You see the evidence before you file. |
| Control | Locked into a binding contract | No contracts. Cancel anytime. |
| Time to Result | Months of waiting | Instant Fairness Check. |
The Process & Value
How exactly does this save me money?
Texas law guarantees you shouldn't be taxed higher than your neighbors. Our tool scans your neighborhood, finds similar homes with lower assessments, and generates a legal "Equal & Uniform" evidence packet. You upload this to the county portal to request a reduction.
Instead of paying a firm 30-50% of your savings every year, you pay a flat $39.99 fee and keep 100% of the tax reduction.
Do I need to attend a hearing?
Usually, no. Our goal is to help you secure an Online Settlement instantly. Most users accept this initial offer and are done.
If you reject the settlement, you would need to attend a hearing on your own (DIY). Our Evidence Packet is valid for hearings, but we focus on getting you the automated settlement path.
What if I've never protested before?
You are exactly who we built this for. We provide the evidence and a step-by-step guide on which buttons to click. No experience required.
Our Filing Guide walks you through the exact process for your county (Dallas, Tarrant, Collin, or Denton). If you can upload a PDF and enter a number into a web form, you can file a protest.
Trust & Data
Where does this data come from?
We pull official public records directly from the Appraisal District (DCAD, TAD, CCAD, or Denton CAD) database. This is the exact same data the county uses to tax you.
We don't make up numbers or use private databases. Everything is based on official government records that protest firms and attorneys also use.
Is there a guarantee?
No honest service can guarantee a tax reduction, as the final decision lies with the county appraisal district.
However, we recommend protesting every year regardless of what our analysis shows. Texas law says your value can only go down or stay the same in a hearing — it can never go up. Filing is a zero-risk attempt to save money, and many homeowners win reductions even when the data looks close.
Eligibility & Pricing
Can I use this if I already hired a firm?
Check your contract with them. If you haven't signed a renewal for this year, you are likely free to switch to DIY and save the commission fees.
Many homeowners don't realize they can access the same public data and file themselves. By switching to CheckMyPropertyTax.com, you keep 100% of your savings instead of giving away 30-50% to a firm.
Is this available for commercial property?
No. Currently, we only support Single Family Residential homes in the DFW metro area (Dallas, Tarrant, Collin, and Denton counties).
Commercial properties require different valuation methodologies that are beyond the scope of our automated system.
How much does it cost?
Checking your Fairness Score is completely free. You can run up to 3 free property analyses per day.
The complete Evidence Packet (PDF report with comparable properties, target value, and legal documentation) costs just $39.99 per property—a fraction of what a firm would charge in commission fees.
How can I contact support?
Have questions or need help? Email us at support@checkmypropertytax.com and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.
We're here to help you successfully file your protest and secure your tax savings.
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