Certain property tax benefits are available to members of the Armed Forces. Filing and Keeping Your Homestead Exemp on When a person serving in the.Property Tax Exemption. Complete the form online and select the state's e-file option. Surviving spouses of veterans who died from service-connected causes while on active duty are totally exempt from payment of property tax. Surviving spouses of veterans who died from service-connected causes while on active duty are totally exempt from payment of property tax. 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. By law, a homestead exemption is not transferable. If you move, your homestead exemption does not automatically follow you to your new residence.