You must file a document called a "Declaration of Homestead". An Estate of Homestead is a type of protection for a person's residence, in the form of a document called a Declaration of Estate of Homestead.Complete a Homestead Declaration to protect your primary residence against certain creditors and liens with added benefits for those 62 and older. Learn the latest on the new Texas bill requiring homeowners to renew their Homestead Exemption every 5 years. GENERAL INFORMATION: Property owners applying for a residence homestead exemption file this form and supporting documentation with the appraisal district in. Select all exemption(s) for which you are applying: Basic Homestead Exemption.