To get a homestead deduction on your Florida taxes, you have to fill out an application form, the DR-501, and demonstrate proof of residence by March 1 of the year for which you wish to qualify.
At least one property owner is 65 years of age or older on January 1. The applicant qualifies for, or is already receiving, Homestead Exemption. Meet limited household income requirements published and subject to change each year by the Florida Department of Revenue.
You are 65 years of age, or older, on January 1; You qualify for, and receive, the Florida Homestead Exemption; Your total 'Household Adjusted Gross Income' for everyone who lives on the property cannot exceed statutory limits.
Once homestead is established, the first $25,000 in property value is not taxed. With the passage of Amendment 1 in 2008, an additional exemption will be automatically applied on the assessed value between $50,000 and $75,000.
First-time Homestead Exemption applicants and persons applying for the Homestead Assessment Difference (Portability) can file online.
Once homestead is established, the first $25,000 in property value is not taxed. With the passage of Amendment 1 in 2008, an additional exemption will be automatically applied on the assessed value between $50,000 and $75,000.
At least one property owner is 65 years of age or older on January 1. The applicant qualifies for, or is already receiving, Homestead Exemption. Meet limited household income requirements published and subject to change each year by the Florida Department of Revenue.
In addition to the proof of Florida residency, you must be residing on the property as your primary residence as of January 1st. Social Security numbers are required for all owners and their spouses making application, even if the spouse does not own and/or reside on the property, per Florida Statute.