All legal Florida residents are eligible for a Homestead Exemption on their homes, condominiums, co-op apartments, and certain mobile home lots if they qualify. HOMESTEAD EXEMPTION: Click here to file for Homestead Exemption online Note: requires Internet Explorer 5.0 or newer.When to file: Application for all exemptions must be made between January 1 and March 1 of the tax year. Property owners in Florida may be eligible for exemptions and additional benefits that can reduce their property tax liability. The homestead tax deferral program allows homeowners who are entitled to claim homestead exemption to delay payment of taxes and non-ad valorem assessments. The Florida homestead exemption is a property tax break that's offered based on your home's assessed value and provides exemptions within a certain value limit. Useful information regarding exemption homestead and agricultural exemptions for Miami-Dade and Broward County. Homestead Exemptions are filed with the Broward County Property Appraiser's Office (BCPA). You can contact the property appraiser at 954.357. There are no income thresholds or age requirements involved.