Eligibility for the Homestead Exemption: To be eligible for the Homestead Exemption in New York, you must meet the following criteria: The property must be your primary residence. Vacation homes, investment properties, and second homes do not qualify. You must own the property and have an equity interest in it.
Please call our office at 206-296-3920. We have experienced exemptions staff ready and willing to assist you in completing your forms. They can also answer questions about which documents you should provide. Once I have applied for an exemption, when will I hear from your office?
Washington provides property tax relief for Veterans that have a disability rating of 80% or higher. The relief amount is based on income, the value of the residence and the local levy rates. Widows of disabled Veterans are also eligible.
Age or disability You are at least age 61 by December 31 of the preceding year. Or you are disabled or a veteran with a service-connected disability as of December 31 of the preceding year.
You may qualify for a deferral of your property tax liability if: You are 60 or older, or retired because of physical disability.
What does SB 5408 do? Raises the homestead exemption from $125,000 to the median value per county of a single-family home. Ensures bankruptcy filers won't lose their homestead exemption due to property value increases after the date of filing.
You may qualify for a deferral of your property tax liability if: You are 60 or older, or retired because of physical disability. You own the home in which you live and occupy it at least nine months a year. Your household income for 2024 was $88,998 or less. You meet equity requirements.