In Nebraska, a homestead exemption is available to the following groups of persons: Persons age 65+ Have an income below $52,901 for an individual or $62,801 in combined income for a couple. Qualified disabled individuals. Qualified disabled veterans and their widow(er)s. Own and live in your home.
You must file the application (Form 458) with the county assessor's office where the original home resides between February 2 to June 30. You will then file a Form 458T - Transfer of Homestead Exemption on or before August 15 with the county assessor's office where the new home resides.
For the assessment year beginning on January 1, 2023, the exemption is for $3,250 of taxable value. For assessment years beginning on or after January 1, 2024, the exemption is for $6,500 of taxable value. Claimants are able to file a claim for this exemption on the same form as the claim for credit.
Form 458, Nebraska Homestead Exemption Application. Form 458, Schedule I - Income Statement and Instructions. ​ Form 458B, Certification of Disability for Homestead Exemption. Form 458T, Application for Transfer. Form 458L, Physician's Certification for Late Homestead Exemption Filing.
The Nebraska homestead exemption program is a property tax relief program for six categories of homeowners: 1. Persons over age 65 (see page 8); 2. Veterans totally disabled by a nonservice-connected accident or illness (see page 8); 3.
The Nebraska Homestead Exemption program offers vital property tax relief for homeowners in Nebraska who occupy their primary residence from January 1 through August 15. If you qualify, you may be eligible for a reduction in your property taxes.
Contact your county assessor for assistance. For more information contact your local county assessor's office, or see revenue.nebraska/PAD, or call 888-475-5101. Instructions for Previous Filers Carefully review any preprinted information to ensure it is complete and correct.
To claim the exemption, the homeowner must make a one-time filing with the county assessor where the property is located. The claim form, BOE-266, Claim for Homeowners' Property Tax Exemption, is available from the county assessor.