Feeling the shock of this year’s property appraisal notice? Consider challenging the appraisal. It’s easier than you think! Below is a time line for the process and some details about how protest your Property Tax Appraisal January 1st: Date When Your Home Value is Appraised Your home’s appraised value for the year is based on its condition + what the property could sell for – on this date. Keep in mind, the appraisal district arrives at a figure by calculating the market value of your property. And your home’s condition on Jan. 1 is key as you look at factors that may affect the value. Any damage or improvements after…