The Homestead Exemption reduces the taxable portion of your property assessment if you own your primary residence in Philadelphia. Application must be filed with the Property Appraiser's Office annually on or before March 1st of each year.How to apply for the Homestead Exemption to reduce your Real Estate Tax bill if you own your home in Philadelphia. HOMESTEAD EXEMPTION: Click here to file for Homestead Exemption online Note: requires Internet Explorer 5.0 or newer. Contact your local property appraiser if you have questions about your exemption. File the signed application for exemption with the county property appraiser. Broward County: Property owners in Broward County may apply for their 2023 property tax exemptions online here. Portability gives a property owner the ability to move from one homestead to another homestead and not be taxed out of that homestead. The filing deadline is March 1, of tax year. Homeowners should contact their county assessment office (position 48) for a copy of their county's homestead and farmstead application form.