Homestead Act For Homeowners In Texas
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Ing to the Comptroller, there is no provision for the cessation of property taxes at any stage. However, there is a Texas property tax exemption for people over the age of 65, which offers temporary tax relief for seniors. At the age of 65, seniors can apply for an exemption from Texas property taxes.
This law increased the annual Texas homestead tax exemption from $40,000 to $100,000, starting with January 2023 taxes. While tax savings relief stole the headlines, another law was enacted that may require homeowners to renew their application for their homestead exemptions every five years.
A late application for a residence homestead exemption, including for a person age 65 or older or disabled, may be filed up to two years after the filing deadline has passed.
To qualify for the general residence homestead exemption, a home must meet the definition of a residence homestead and an individual must have an ownership interest in the property and use the property as the individual's principal residence.
