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Texas Property Tax Protest Guide: Using Tax Code § 41.43(b)(3) Equal-and-Uniform Comps to Win at the ARB
How to reduce your Texas CAD appraisal even when your home's market value is high by comparing median neighborhood assessments.
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1. Quantitative Benchmarks & Statutory / Clinical Standards
| Parameter / Rule | Standard / Threshold | Actionable Savings / Protection |
|---|---|---|
| Market Value Protest | Tex. Tax Code § 41.41(a)(1) | Requires MLS sales closing between Jan 1 and March 31 |
| Equal & Uniform Protest | Tex. Tax Code § 41.43(b)(3) | Compares CAD appraised $/sq ft of 5–7 similar neighboring homes |
| Condition Adjustment | Cost-to-Cure Roof/Foundation Quotes | Deducts dollar-for-dollar contractor estimates from CAD value |
2. Step-by-Step Execution Protocol
Under Texas Tax Code § 41.43(b)(3), a homeowner wins a property tax reduction if the property's appraised value exceeds the median appraised value of a reasonable number of comparable properties appropriately adjusted. Even if you could sell your home for $550,000 today, if five identical homes in your subdivision are appraised by the county at a median of $475,000, the Appraisal Review Board (ARB) must lower your assessment to $475,000.
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