The general residence homestead exemption is a $100,000 school tax exemption. This means that your school taxes are calculated as if your home is worth $100,000 less than its appraised value. For example, if your home is appraised at $300,000, you will only be taxed on $200,000. Local Residence Homestead Exemptions.
The sales tax exemption rules are a bit more complex in Texas. Qualifying disabled vets are exempt from the 6.25% state sales tax only on private party vehicle purchases, not from dealers. To be eligible, you need one of these VA disability ratings: Loss or paralysis of at least one lower extremity.
To apply for the homestead exemption, download and print the Residential Homestead Exemption Application and mail the completed application to: Central Appraisal District of Collin County, 250 W. Eldorado Pkwy, McKinney, TX 75069.
A general residence homestead exempts a portion of your residence homestead's value from taxation, potentially lowering your taxes.
Veterans who receive compensation from the VA for a service-connected 100% total and permanent disability rating or of individual unemployability are eligible for 100% property tax exemption on their homestead.