You may represent yourself in any property tax
matter. Or, you may appoint a representative--commonly called an
"agent"--to handle specific duties.You don't need an agent to file for
exemptions on your home --just get an application form from your appraisal
district.
To appoint an agent, you must give that person written authorization
to represent you. You must use a special "Appointment of Agent" form, available
from the appraisal district or the Comptroller's office. No form is necessary if the person
is your attorney, mortgage lender, employee or a person who is simply acting as a courier.
The agent may represent you in one or more areas that you designate on
the form: to file notices of protest, to present before the ARB, to negotiate on any value
disputes, to receive notices or tax bills or to handle any other specific action. Or,
the agent may represent you for general property tax purposes.
The special form asks for a date when your authorization to this
person ends. If you don't give an ending date, the agent continues to represent you
indefinitely, until you file a statement ending the appointment or you appoint a new
agent.