Property tax protests in Texas must be filed by:
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January 1
January 1 is incorrect as it marks the beginning of the tax year when property values are appraised, not the deadline for filing protests. Many confuse the start of the appraisal cycle with the protest deadline.
May 15 or 30 days after notice
December 31
December 31 is incorrect as it's the end of the calendar year and tax year, not related to the protest filing deadline. This option represents confusion between different tax-related dates.
The closing date
The closing date is incorrect as property tax protest deadlines are statutory dates set by law, not related to real estate transaction closing dates. This reflects a misunderstanding of when protests must be filed.
Why is this correct?
Texas property tax protests must be filed by May 15 or within 30 days of receiving the appraisal notice, whichever is later. This dual deadline system ensures property owners have adequate time to review their assessments and file protests when appropriate.
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