Homestead Exemption

Homestead Exemption and Property Tax help

Homestead Exemption:

Following are very important homestead exemption information.  I hope that the information I provide is useful. I am proving links to homestead exemption info per county. Most of Metro Atlanta counties are listed. Some web links may be broken due to county website updates. Please contact me and I will help you track down the proper websites and updated links.

What is homestead and what is needed to apply?

Homestead is a property tax reduction program, intended to keep taxes lower on owner-occupied homes.

In order to receive homestead exemption, you must present proof of ownership, complete a homestead application and provide the social security number of all owners. You must be listed as the owner on county tax records.

Who qualifies?

Those who own and occupy the property as their primary residence as of January 1 of the year for which application is made.

When should you apply?

You must apply by April 1 with most counties (please check with your specific county for particular deadlines) to receive credit on the current year tax bill. Applications received after April 1 will be processed for the following year.

Are there any special homestead exemptions?

Yes, for blind, disabled or paraplegic veterans, senior citizens and some people in military service. If all owners do not occupy the property, a partial homestead exemption may be given.

How often must I file?

Once, unless a form is mailed to you by the Assessor. If you receive an application, it is important that you complete it and return it to the address on the form.

Where can I file?

You should receive an application in the mail by February 1. If you do not receive an application in the mail, contact your county tax commissioner’s office or online for an application and any additional questions.

Cobb County:
Property tax Info search: Cobb County Tax Bill Search
Homestead Exemption: Cobb County Homestead Exemption Forms
Real Property Return: Cobb County Real Property Return Forms

Cherokee County:
Property tax Info search: Cherokee County Tax Bill Search     
Homestead Exemption: Forms available at county tax commissioner’s office :
2782 Marietta Highway Canton 30114 : 678.493.6120
Real Property Return: Cherokee County Real Property Return Forms

Clayton County:
Property tax Info search: Clayton County Tax Bill Search    
Homestead: Clayton County Homestead Exemption Forms  
Real Property Return: Clayton County Real Property Return Forms   

Dekalb County:
Property tax Info search: Dekalb County Tax Bill Search    
Homestead: Dekalb County Homestead Exemption Forms  
Real Property Return: Dekalb County Real Property Return Forms     

Fulton County:
Property tax Info search: Fulton County Tax Bill Search    
Homestead: Fulton County Homestead Exemption Forms 
Real Property Return: Fulton County Real Property Return Forms    

Forsyth County;
Property tax Info search: Forsyth County Tax Bill Search    
Homestead: Forsyth County Homestead Exemption Forms
Real Property Return: Forsyth County Real Property Return Forms

Gwinnett County;
Property tax Info search: Gwinnett County Tax Bill Search
Homestead: Gwinnett County Homestead Exemption Forms
Real Property Return. Click on "PT-50R" link: Gwinnett County Real Property Return Forms

Hall County;
Property tax Info search: Hall County Tax Bill Search
Homestead: Hall County Homestead Exemption Forms
Real Property Return: Hall County Real Property Return Forms