Homestead Exemptions
A homestead exemption is a property tax reduction available to those who own and occupy a property as their principal place of residence. To apply for a homestead exemption, the home must be your legal residence as of January 1st for all purposes, often including the registration of your vehicles and the filing of your income taxes.
Requirements
Requirements
- You must have a copy of the recorded deed along with additional supporting documents. These documents vary by county.
- You must apply before April 1st of the year following your closing.
- Your exemption will be automatically renewed each following year as long as you continue to occupy the home under the same ownership.
- You cannot have the homestead exemption on more than one property.
- Electronically Recorded Deeds: Some counties in Georgia now accept deed recordings electronically. If your deed is recorded electronically, you will receive a copy of the recorded deed via email instead of the original deed. For more information on the exemption in your county, click the county name below.
Senior Homestead Exemption
Q: Do seniors get a tax break on property taxes?
A: A senior property tax exemption reduces the amount seniors have to pay in taxes on properties they own. The state, county or city agency that collects your property taxes usually doesn't tell you that you qualify for an exemption. You have to find out for yourself whether you qualify.
Q: How to qualify for a senior tax exemption?
A: Most states include these two rules to qualify:
Q: How to claim your senior property tax relief?
A: It’s important to file for your senior tax exemption by the deadline imposed by your state. Each state has different deadlines.
A: A senior property tax exemption reduces the amount seniors have to pay in taxes on properties they own. The state, county or city agency that collects your property taxes usually doesn't tell you that you qualify for an exemption. You have to find out for yourself whether you qualify.
Q: How to qualify for a senior tax exemption?
A: Most states include these two rules to qualify:
- You must meet the minimum age for a senior property tax exemption
- The person claiming the exemption must live in the home as their primary residence
Q: How to claim your senior property tax relief?
A: It’s important to file for your senior tax exemption by the deadline imposed by your state. Each state has different deadlines.
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