A property tax break for homeowners 65 and older, certain disabled homeowners, and certain veterans. You have to apply, and the window is short.
Nebraska's homestead exemption reduces or removes property taxes on your primary home if you're 65 or older, have certain disabilities, or are a qualifying veteran or surviving spouse. Most applicants must meet income limits. You file Form 458 with your county assessor between February 2 and June 30 each year.
Owners 65 or older on January 1 of the year they apply, within the income limits.
Including certain medical conditions and veterans with service-connected disabilities.
Some categories have no income limit. The form lists them.
From your county assessor or the Nebraska Department of Revenue.
Most applicants also file Schedule I, the household income statement.
With the assessor in the county where the home is.
The county will tell you whether you qualify and for how much.
If you're 65 or older and moving to a smaller home, the exemption can change your monthly payment. Factor it in when you compare homes. If you're buying from a seller who has it, budget for the full tax bill, since the exemption doesn't stay with the house.
Generally, yes. Your county assessor usually mails a pre-printed form to prior-year applicants. Check that it arrives.
Nebraska allows late filing in limited circumstances. Call your county assessor right away.
No. It applies to the home you own and live in as of January 1. If you move, apply for the new home in the next filing window.
No. The exemption belongs to the qualifying owner, not the house. Buyers should budget for the full tax bill.
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