What should I include in a property tax protest evidence packet?

Include your appraisal notice, protest confirmation, a comps table with closed sales, an unequal-appraisal or equity set if relevant, labeled condition photos, repair estimates, and a one-page requested value. In Texas, also request and review the CAD’s §41.461 materials before the hearing.

Do I need evidence on the day I file my Texas protest?

No. Filing Form 50-132 (or an equivalent written protest) by the deadline preserves your hearing rights. You can continue gathering comps and condition proof afterward, but leave time for informal review and ARB preparation.

What is Texas Tax Code §41.461?

Section 41.461 requires the chief appraiser to inform you—at least 14 days before a protest hearing—that you may request the data, schedules, formulas, and other information the district will introduce. Related §41.67(d) can exclude late-delivered requested information from the hearing.

Does Protestly guarantee a lower assessment?

No. Protestly provides a flat-fee evidence packet with comparable sales analysis. You file and present your case; outcomes vary by jurisdiction and facts. This is not legal or tax advice.

Property Tax Protest Evidence Checklist (DIY Packet Guide)

Property tax protest evidence checklist: organize comps, photos, and equity tables for Texas ARB, Florida VAB, or Georgia BOE—plus how Protestly builds your pac