a homestead exemption can reduce the assessed value of a property by up to $50,000 or more. However, property owners must live in their home as their permanent residence by Jan. 1 to qualify.

On the ballot in November, there were two homestead exemptions Hall County voters were able to decide on — a local and state bill. Hall County is now looking to opt-out of the statewide homestead ...

Texas homeowners could soon see more property tax relief after the state Senate unanimously passed measures to increase the homestead exemption from $100,000 to $140,000 — the largest increase in ...

Georgia lawmakers may extend the deadline for local governments to decide on a new inflation-indexed homestead exemption. While the exemption benefits current homeowners, it could impact home ...

In an effort to combat population loss attributed to the state having the second-highest property taxes in the United States, ...

Eligible Philadelphia homeowners have until Feb. 28 to apply for the city’s Low Income Real Estate Tax Freeze program.

The Georgia House is considering a bill that would extend the deadline for local governments to opt out of a property tax break. The property tax break, which was approved by voters in November ...

Jefferson County officials updated the council on debris removal progress and the possibility of opting into HB 581, a bill related to homestead exemptions and sales tax. The council unanimously ...

Florida lawmakers have filed bills for the 2025 legislative session that would add eligible medical conditions, allow ...

Church exemption claims must be filed with the Assessor annually on or before February 15 to receive the full exemption. Areas used for non-worship activities or living quarters are not eligible for ...