The Homestead Exemption law under § 5206 in New York State protects a debtor's primary residence from becoming collateral against monetary judgments. Homestead exemption protect property assets from probate.Properties recognized under laws of homestead are off-limits to creditors seeking attachment. Below please find the Declaration of Homestead forms, a Simple Guide to the Massachusetts Homestead Act, and brochures in English, Spanish, or Portuguese. Use Form RP524, Complaint on Real Property Assessment to grieve your assessment. This can provide asset protection from creditors for at least some of house's value. Homestead Information. The exemption is not transferred automatically. You will have to apply for the exemption on your new primary residence. This assessment applies only to school district taxes.