Property Tax Homestead Exemptions
Who is eligible for a homestead exemption? You are eligible for a homestead exemption if you Own your home (partial ownership counts), The home is your principal residence, and Mainly, the homeowners who qualify for a general residence homestead exemption are also eligible for the exemptions given below, if they meet these criteria: Over 65 exemption: If you're over 65 and if suppose you die, your surviving spouse 55 or older will get your over-65 exemption. Disability exemption: For homeowners (not their children) who have a disability that qualify for Social Security Disability benefits. If you are a senior and have a disability, you'll take just one of the exemptions. What will I save with the homestead exemption? How much you save with Texas homestead exemption depends upon the amount of exemption and the level of tax adopted by your city, county and other local governments. Once you obtain an over-65 or disabled exemption, your school taxes are frozen (means th...