If you purchased a home in Harris County in 2012, you have until April 30, 2013 to file for your homestead exemption.

HCAD.org Homestead Exemption Information

2013 Harris County Homestead Exemption PDF Form

In addition to filling out the application form, you will have to submit the following:

1. a copy of the applicant’s driver’s license or state-issued personal identification certificate; and
2. a copy of the applicant’s vehicle registration receipt; or
   1. if the applicant does not own a vehicle, an affidavit to that effect signed by the applicant; and
   2. a copy of a utility bill in the applicant’s name for the property for which exemption is sought.

HCAD.org Required Application Instructions

Homestead exemptions can save you a lot of money on your property taxes.  For example, you will save almost 20% on your taxes on a $250,000 home in Coles Crossing.

Coles Crossing Homestead Exemption Example