A homestead exemption is a legal mandate. It helps protect a home from seizure by creditors following a declaration of bankruptcy or the death of a spouse with ownership interest. In many states, the ...

Julia Kagan is a financial/consumer journalist and former senior editor, personal finance, of Investopedia. Samantha (Sam) Silberstein, CFP®, CSLP®, EA, is an experienced financial consultant. She has ...

Homestead exemptions offer exceptions to financial claims on your primary residence. Homeowners filing for bankruptcy may be able to use a homestead exemption to shield the home’s equity from ...

With 8.3% inflation last year and rising property taxes due to increased property values, we all could use some relief; especially those who really need it. Legislative Action to Alleviate Property ...

The Lucas County auditor is helping eligible homeowners learn how to save on their property taxes through homestead exemption ...

BELL COUNTY, Texas — Property tax season will soon be upon us. Right now, appraisal districts are evaluating properties and assessing the market and soon enough notices will be in property owner's ...

How do you file for the homestead exemption? -- T.E., Tulsa. Tulsa County Assessor Jack Gordon said new homeowners, or those yet to file, may file for the "homestead exemption," which is worth a ...

A neighbor said we had to "file for homestead exemption" here pretty soon in March or we will lose out on the savings." What is this and is there a deadline coming up? -- C.L., Tulsa. The "homestead ...

Homeowners may reduce their property tax bills in 2001 by taking advantage of homestead exemptions. Application forms are available at the Fort Bend Central Appraisal District. Chief appraiser Gene ...