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Congratulations
on finding the perfect home! There are many benefits to homeownership, which
you will keep finding as you continue to live in your home. Among those
benefits are some great tax advantages, starting with the homestead exemption.
Residents
that spend at least six months and one day in their homes here in Florida are
qualified to claim homestead on their property. Our government gives owners of
their own property great tax breaks when it is their primary residence.
Homestead Tax
Exemption Deadline Fast Approaching
If
you closed on your property on or prior to December 31, 2012 – there isn’t much
time to apply for the homestead tax exemption. The deadline to apply is March
1, 2013 in order to receive homestead tax advantages for the current year.
To
apply, click on the following links below. You will find information about the
homestead exemption, how to complete the process as well as a fillable PDF form
that makes it simple and convenient.
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As
always, if you have any questions about this or any real estate related matter
– we are right here and ready to help!
