We will continue to use the same Social Security income declared when you first applied for Homestead Exemption and were approved. Do not report any Social Security cost of living increases. This amount should only be changed when a spouse's Social Security income is added. Railroad Retirement income is treated the same as Social Security. Yes, you are eligible and may apply in the year that you turn 65, regardless of your actual birth date.
Disability means totally and permanently disabled.
We require a doctor's signature OR your award letter from Social Security disability as proof of disability, whether it is mental or physical. Social Security disability payments are NOT counted as income for people under age 65. A surviving spouse age 59-64 of a Homestead Exemption recipient may retain Homestead benefits if income guidelines allow. The tax rate of your community. The value of your home.