To qualify, you must own and reside in your home on January 1 of the year application is made and cannot claim a homestead exemption on any other property. I'm going to show you how to file your homestead exemption in Dallas County Texas.You may be entitled to a tax exemption or exclusion if your real or business personal property meets the criteria outlined in Form AV-10 . Eligible Properties. This video is the exact tutorial the exact demo on how to do the homestead exemption how to file it. File this form and all supporting documentation with the appraisal district office in each county in which the property is located generally between Jan.