The Homestead Exemption is a valuable property tax benefit that can save homeowners up to $50,000 on their taxable value. The first $25,000 of this exemption applies to all taxing authorities. The second $25,000 excludes School Board taxes and applies to properties with assessed values greater than $50,000.
When can a taxpayer claim personal exemptions? To claim a personal exemption, the taxpayer must be able to answer “no” to the intake question, “Can anyone claim you or your spouse as a dependent?” This applies even if another taxpayer does not actually claim the taxpayer as a dependent.
Florida Statutes define property tax exemptions that are available in the State of Florida. Application for these exemptions must be made between January 1st and March 1st of the year for which you apply. The initial application must be made in person at the Property Appraiser's office.
Every person who owns and resides on real property in Florida on January 1st and makes the property his or her permanent residence is eligible to receive a Homestead Exemption up to $50,000. The first $25,000 applies to all property taxes, including school district taxes.
Common examples include the standard deduction, property tax exemptions for primary residences, and exemptions for specific entities like charities and educational institutions. Some exemptions may depend on age, disability, or other qualifying factors.
To claim exempt, you must submit a W-4 Form. Do not complete lines 5 and 6. Enter “Exempt” on line 7. Note: You must submit a new W-4 Form by February 15 each year to continue your exemption.
To claim exempt, write EXEMPT under line 4c. You may claim EXEMPT from withholding if: o Last year you had a right to a full refund of All federal tax income and o This year you expect a full refund of ALL federal income tax. NOTE: if you claim EXEMPT you must complete a new W-4 annually in February.
Property Tax Exemptions and Additional Benefits Further benefits are available to property owners with disabilities, senior citizens, veterans and active duty military service members, disabled first responders, and properties with specialized uses.