It may differ by county, but you more than likely have received your county property tax appraisal in the mail recently.  The county assesses homes each year to determine property tax liability.   County appraisers apply mass appraisal methods and techniques based upon individual characteristics that affect the market value of your home.

As a homeowner you need to review this appraisal every year and make sure it’s in-line with what you think your home could sell for on the market.  You have a right to protest the appraisal if it’s completely out of the ballpark and specifically, on the high side.  If you don’t do anything you could end up paying more property taxes than you should, so it’s a no-brainer to keep a close eye on your appraisal each year.  Read more... (926 words, 11 images, estimated 3:42 mins reading time)

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