Time is running out to file for your Homestead exemption. Is the deadline is Friday, April 1, at 5 PM. A Homestead exemption can give you a break on your property taxes.
Homestead Exemption Applications are being taken at the DeSoto County Tax Assessor's Office located at 365 Losher Street, Suite 100, Hernado, MS. Hours are 8AM -5PM Monday - Friday. If you already have a Homestead Exemption, there are specific reasons you may have to reapply. You can call 662-469-8029 with questions.
What is a Homestead Exemption?
A Homestead Exemption is a special provision in the state’s tax laws that reduces the property taxes people have to pay on their primary home. Residents must apply for the program, it is not automatic. It is not necessary to reapply each each unless there have been certain changes in the preceding year.
Here is a list of some reasons to reapply.
*If you are over 65 years of age by January 1st of the filing year.
*Did you get a divorce/separated recently? (Must bring Divorce Decree)
*Did you get married? (Need copy of Marriage License)
*Did you receive a property through a will or court order? (Must bring copy of will or court order)
*Did you add, remove or change a name on your deed? If so, this becomes a change in ownership. Law states that if there is a change in ownership you must re-file your homestead to reflect this change.
*Has the property (legal) description changed?
*Are you 100% disabled American veteran? (This disability must be service related and you must bring paperwork that states this)
*Death of a Spouse?
Click on the link for more details.
https://desotocountyms.gov/AlertCenter.aspx...
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