Senior Citizens Homestead Exemption The maximum amount of the reduction in equalized assessed value is $8,000 in Cook County and counties contiguous to Cook County or $5,000 in all other counties.
Homestead exemptions reduce your home's appraised value and, as a result, lower your property taxes. To apply for an exemption on your residence homestead, contact the Franklin County Appraisal District.
Homestead Improvement Exemption In Cook County, an application must be filed with the County Assessor along with a valuation complaint. For information and to apply, contact the Cook County Assessor's Office; all other counties contact the Chief County Assessment Office.
General Homestead Exemption: is given to owner-occupied residential property, the exemption has a maximum reduction of $6,000 in assessed valuation. Make sure this exemption appears on your tax bill if this is your permanent residence.
The Homestead Exemption program assists senior and disabled citizens in Franklin County by providing tax savings on the real estate or manufactured home taxes.
The Homestead Exemption (based on age or disability status) allows taxpayers who are at least 65 years of age or who are totally disabled to receive an exemption.
Qualifications: Property ownership and primary residency on the property as of January 1st of the tax year seeking the exemption. Only one property can receive this exemption.
Qualifying homeowners can get a 35% exemption of the assessed value of a home up to $600,000 (25% for homes over $600,000). Additional deductions are available for seniors, veterans, disabled persons, rehabilitations, and mortgages.