Letter from attorney to opposing counsel requesting documentation concerning homestead exemption for change of venue motion.
Letter from attorney to opposing counsel requesting documentation concerning homestead exemption for change of venue motion.
The Nebraska homestead exemption is a program that lowers the overall property tax for homeowners who meet various criteria. To be eligible, seniors must be age 65 or older with an annual household income below $51,301 for single people or $60,901 for married people.
All property in the State of Nebraska is subject to property tax, unless an exemption is mandated or permitted by the Nebraska Constitution or by legislation. Government-owned property used for a public purpose is exempt. If the government-owned property is not used for public purpose, it may be considered taxable.
As of 2024, the federal homestead exemption is $27,900 for an individual and $55,800 for married couples filing jointly. In contrast, New York's exemption amounts are: $179,950 for the counties of Kings, Queens, New York, Bronx, Richmond, Nassau, Suffolk, Rockland, Westchester, and Putnam.
Homestead tax exemptions usually offer a fixed discount on taxes, such as exempting the first $50,000 of the assessed value with the remainder taxed at the normal rate. With a $50,000 homestead exemption, a home valued at $150,000 would be taxed on only $100,000 of assessed value.
California. Homeowners' Exemption. Qualifying homeowners can get up to a $7,000 reduction based on the assessed value of their home and primary residence.
Homestead exemption applications must be filed annually between February 2 and June 30. Application forms are typically available beginning February 2. The Assessor/Register of Deeds office will mail pre-printed forms and a copy of the State's income and value limits to previous filers in February.
New applicants may download an application from the left side of this page; stop by the Douglas County Assessor/Register of Deeds office, 1819 Farnam St., 4th floor, and pick up an application; or call the office at 402-444-7060, option 4, and request an application by mail.
In Nebraska, a homestead exemption is available to the following groups of persons: Persons age 65+ Have an income below $51,301 for an individual or $60,901 in combined income for a couple. Qualified disabled individuals. Qualified disabled veterans and their widow(er)s. Own and live in your home.