If your 2025 property tax notice made your jaw drop, you’re not alone. Rising home values across Bexar County are pushing many assessments—and tax bills—higher than expected. But as a property owner, you have the right to protest your valuation.
What You Can Do
Start by reviewing your 2025 appraisal notice from the Bexar Appraisal District (BCAD). Then take action:
Step 1: File Your Protest
You have until May 15, 2025, or 30 days after your notice was mailed (whichever is later) to file. Submit your protest:
- Online at bcad.org
- By mail using the form included with your notice
- In person at the BCAD office
Step 2: Gather Your Evidence
Strong evidence can lead to a lower valuation—and a lower tax bill. This includes:
- Comparable home sales
- Photos of your home’s condition
- Recent appraisals or inspection reports
- Corrected information about square footage or amenities
Here’s how I can help: As a local real estate professional, I’ll provide you with a complimentary Comparable Sales Report tailored to your property. It’s an essential tool for building your case—and I’m happy to provide it at no cost to support your protest.
Step 3: Present Your Case
BCAD may schedule you for:
- An informal meeting with an appraiser
- A formal hearing with the Appraisal Review Board (ARB)
You can represent yourself or work with a tax consultant—but either way, solid data like a comparable sales report gives you the upper hand.
Other Options
- Request a payment plan if your bill is too steep
- File for exemptions (homestead, over-65, disabled vet, etc.)
- If needed, appeal the ARB decision through arbitration or district court
Final Thought
Don’t let an inflated property valuation go unchecked. Even if your protest doesn’t result in a major reduction, challenging an inaccurate or inflated value can help keep future increases in check. Don't miss the deadline—your wallet might thank you.
For forms, deadlines, or help filing: visit bcad.org or call (210) 242-2500.
Bruce X. Forey | Your Voice for Real Estate. b[email protected]. (210) 551-1625, bruceXforey.com
