Homestead

The Florida Homestead Exemption is a constitutional benefit of up to a $50,000 exemption removed from the assessed value of your owner occupied property. It is granted to those applicants who possess title to real property and are bona fide Florida residents living in the dwelling and making it their permanent home on January 1. Documentation that proves you were a resident at the homestead property is required. You may not rent your home and qualify for the exemption. There are other exemptions for seniors, widow/widower’s, disabled persons and veterans.