How to File Homestead Exemption Texas | Harris County | Montgomery County | Houston Texas

[@HoustonSuburb]

Want to know how to file a homestead exemption in the greater Houston area? Check this video out. Thank you.

[@HealthEri]

Thank you, that is helpful!

[@HoustonSuburb]

You're very welcome and thank you for the feedback.

[@yamifeni5782]

Very informative. Thanks for sharing!

[@HoustonSuburb]

Thank you so much for your feedback!

[@toriortega]

Great instructions! thank you.

[@HoustonSuburb]

You're very welcome and thanks for watching and for the feedback!

[@NewParentsInTraining]

Great info to learn, thank you for sharing!

[@cameronh5442]

Excellent video, thank you very much!

[@HoustonSuburb]

You’re most welcome! Glad to help! Have a great evening!

[@eliasariza9770]

Hello, Great video!! I had a question on section 3: property information. Question referenced: is the applicant identified on deed or other recorded instrument? (Yes, me) but I cannot locate court record/filing number on recorded deed or other recorded instruments. On my Deed of trust I have several numbers MIN#, FHA case#, Title order #, Loan #. Which number do I use for the question referenced?

[@HoustonSuburb]

Hello! I suggest reach out to the title company that have closed you. They will be able to provide you this information. Hope it helps. Thank you for watching and the feedback.

[@amandazemaitis]

This is a great video and exactly the information I needed! If I closed in Montgomery County in May 2022, does the homestead exemption carry over from the previous owner for the rest of the tax year 2022? If not, I noticed MCAD asks if you are filing a late application. Now that it is 2023, can I fill this form out to apply for HS for 2022 and 2023? Thank you for your help!

[@HoustonSuburb]

Thanks for the feedback! If the previous owner did not file for homestead exemption in 2022 in his new home, then your home will still have homestead. If the previous owner did file, then you’ll have to file for your own.

[@gracedou5353]

Thanks for this helpful video! I purchased my house in 2020 and never file homestead exemption before, can I file late application for tax year 2021 2022 or 2023? Thanks for your reply in advance!

[@HoustonSuburb]

You’re very welcome. I suggest to call the county directly. I am sure you can file but better to call them.

[@derickparsons1188]

Very informative video question I looked at mine and I filed in 2016 but I checked it now in 2022 and there’s no exemption Does that mean I need to reapply I’m in Harris county thank you

[@HoustonSuburb]

Thank you for your feedback. That is odd. You only apply once. Do you think that it was not updated? Try applying again to see or ask Harris County first as to why it was not updated. Thanks!

[@thaivuong9746]

Hi I had a question on section 2 that’s was a home has multiple owners on the warranty of deed with all they name on, but only one person name on the deed live in that house, can he or she file homeowners exemption by them self without other homeowners because those people they had they owned house.

[@HoustonSuburb]

Great question and honestly I am not sure how to answer this question. I suggest to call your county directly. I am interested to know the answer to this as well.

[@tibbytx1]

Hi Jennifer, my mortgage company hasn't received the homestead exemption information. Where can I look in Fort Bend to see what the exemptions balance is?

[@HoustonSuburb]

Hello, the lender will not receive a copy if you filed for homestead exemption. Come taxes due (if you have homestead), the lender will pay a lower amount. As far as I know, lenders usually send an escrow analysis statement for the year if you have a shortage or overage. If you have an overage, they will mail you a check. Talk to your lender to confirm. Thank you for watching.

[@terraGaliciaXXIV]

Is it true that seniors 65 and over do not pay any property tax in Montgomery County or Harris county if the home is valued at less than $260k?

[@HoustonSuburb]

Great question. You had me 🤔 thinking. I emailed the montgomery county to ask your question. Waiting to hear back. In the meantime, the link below might be helpful. comptroller.texas.gov/taxes/property-tax/exemptions/age65older-disabled-faq.php

[@terraGaliciaXXIV]

@@HoustonSuburb thank you very much :)

[@HoustonSuburb]

@@terraGaliciaXXIV Montgomery county, exemptions department has not replied to me. You can try reaching out as well and let me know.😀. This the email that I have used. [e-mail]

[@jayzuniga362]

Thanks for the video! I have a question: What to do if the property owner does not have a Texas ID or a Texas DL, just has ITIN number? Can the property owner still apply for Homestead exemption?

[@HoustonSuburb]

Great question. I suggest calling your respective county as I am not sure what the answer is. Sorry!

[@kevinh.7994]

Do i need to file for school district exemptions or are those automatic if you live in the school district?

[@HoustonSuburb]

Once you apply homestead exemptions in the county, all jurisdictions including the school district will automatically show the exemption value (if applicable).

[@padmas3939]

Hi I bought a property in 2021 august and never applied for homestead can I file it now in 2023 august ?

[@HoustonSuburb]

I know you can still file for it.

[@jheggins]

Thank you for the video. It help me apply and I just received a letter stating it was approved. Now what happens? Should I send the letter to mortgage company? I live in Harris County.

[@HoustonSuburb]

You’re very welcome! Glad it helped you. Once you receive the property tax statement make sure to share it with your mortgage servicer (if you escrow).

[@sleepyhead1601]

Should I wait for tax season before applying for homestead exemption or can i apply it once I acquired the property?

[@HoustonSuburb]

Effective January 2022, new changes took effect. You can now apply as soon as you acquire the property and your drivers license need to show the current address of the property because this is one of the items they will need. www.texasrealestate.com/members/posts/new-homestead-exemption-law-benefits-residential-purchasers/

[@countrifiedjose7537]

I sold a home that I had a homestead exemption on and I also bought a home in the same year. I filed for a homestead exemption on the HCAD app and they denied me, stating that I would need to close my previous exemption. How do i go about doing that?

[@HoustonSuburb]

For Harris County, they have a “request to remove homestead exemption” form, you will have to do this in order to close it out. I suggest to reach out to the county and explain to them your situation.

[@TheDrCheeto]

Is a GF number the same as court record/filing number for the deed? (for section 3 on the application)

[@HoustonSuburb]

The GF number is different. It stands for general file number and is used by title companies. The court record filing number is usually in your recorded deed. Hope it helps.

[@TheDrCheeto]

@@HoustonSuburb there's a loan number on the deed as well as a number at the bottom left of each page starting with 2 letters. Would either of those be it? Nothing says file number specifically.

[@HoustonSuburb]

@@TheDrCheeto not really sure. Email it to me and I will be able to see. My email is in the description.

[@MissLadyBUG87]

Do you have to apply for homestead annually? Also for my property exemption shows 'HS' (bexar county) but assessed and appraised are same values.

[@HoustonSuburb]

I’m not familiar with Bexar county. You have to apply only once. I’m not sure when you bought your property if it’s new or existing. If you have not applied and there is an HS possible that HS is from a previous owner.

[@MissLadyBUG87]

@@HoustonSuburb my husband and I are only owners, purchased in 2018. For all years appraised and assessed have been the same.

[@HoustonSuburb]

@@MissLadyBUG87 I guess you are all set then😊

[@kimla4807]

Question. I just sold my house this year on Feb14 2022. I have homestead so many years. Do I needs to report to them about my house was sold?? Thanks 🙏

[@HoustonSuburb]

Did you buy a home again this year 2022 and filed for homestead?

[@kimla4807]

@@HoustonSuburb no

[@HoustonSuburb]

@@kimla4807 then go ahead and inform the county appraisal district that you have sold your home.

[@yeniferardon5575]

I purchased my house in 2019 and did everything but this year my taxes went up Do I have to re submit my homestead or leave it as it is I’m so confused

[@HoustonSuburb]

You only apply homestead one time. Make sure to check the county that your home has homestead. You may also need to file a protest of your property taxes. Thank you for watching.

[@deniseflores1209]

Hi I closed on 9/15 Montgomery county . But the website still says DHI Mortgage do I wait until it says my name or do I do it now? Thanks for your help.

[@HoustonSuburb]

Hello, did you go straight to the builder or did you use a realtor? Because your realtor or escrow officer should have provided you some instructions on how to change it to your name. If not, check the county website, there should be a form for you to change your name. Make sure your DL is updated to your new address.

[@chelybinsky6052]

Can I get a deduction if I don’t have kids using the schools ?

[@HoustonSuburb]

Great question. I suggest asking you tax advisor regarding tax deductions as I am not licensed or in a position to answer your question.

[@ricoburgos5465]

Why does my taxable value stay the same as my appraised value ?

[@HoustonSuburb]

Want county are you in? Do you have a homestead? If you have received a mailer from the county with a protest form and I am assuming you mean market value and appraised value in your respective counties.

[@ricoburgos5465]

@@HoustonSuburb Harris county I just files it last Monday

[@ricoburgos5465]

And yes I got that form in January

[@HoustonSuburb]

@@ricoburgos5465 the tax authorities will base the taxes on the tax assessed value or appraised value, not market value. It only changes if the market value increases. In this case, it is still the same.

[@ricoburgos5465]

Oh ok thank you

[@eduardodionisio]

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[@HoustonSuburb]

Yes...filipino ako....feel free to google "Houston filipino realtor". :-) How can I help you?