Qualifying individuals must submit an application in order to receive the homestead exemption. After you have created your online account and gathered the required documents necessary to qualify for the exemption that you are applying for.Homestead exemption is a program for anyone who's buying in the State of Florida it must be your primary residence and you only have to file one time. Property owners in Florida may be eligible for exemptions and additional benefits that can reduce their property tax liability. Visit the website of your county's appraisal district and look for exemption information. Applicants must also list the name of the county and the property address for any residential property that they currently own. You may file anytime during the year, but before the state's deadline of March 1 for the tax year in which you wish to qualify.