How it works
We check Florida public records, find missing exemptions, and help you file. That's it.
We analyze public records
Every year, the Florida Department of Revenue publishes property assessment data for all 67 counties — over 10 million parcels. We download this data and cross-reference assessed values, exemption status, owner addresses, and sale dates to find homeowners who qualify for the Homestead Exemption but haven't filed.
We calculate your savings
If your property is owner-occupied, residential, and has no homestead exemption on file, you're likely overpaying. We calculate your exact savings using your county's millage rate and your property's assessed value. The average Hillsborough County homeowner saves $964/year.
We notify you
If we find a gap, we send you a personalized letter with your estimated savings and a link to your savings report. You can also check your property yourself at floridahomesteadhelp.com/check.
You file (or we help)
You can file the DR-501 Homestead Exemption form yourself — it's free and takes about 20 minutes. We have a free step-by-step guide. Or for $79, we provide a filing kit with your form pre-filled (you add SSN, DOB, FL DL #, and your notarized signature), personalized instructions, and deadline reminders.
Common Questions
Verify everything before you pay us a dollar
The Florida Homestead Exemption is in the state constitution (Article VII, Section 6) and your county property appraiser administers it for free. Search your address at hcpafl.org first. If your exemption already shows, close this tab and keep your money. If it doesn't, you can file the DR-501 yourself (free — see our step-by-step guide) or have us pre-fill the form for $79. Either way, the savings are yours.
Why wouldn't I just do this myself?
You absolutely can. We have a free guide that walks you through it. The $79 kit pre-fills 8 fields from public records (name, parcel, address, county, ownership) — you still add SSN, date of birth, FL driver's license #, and your notarized signature yourself, since the state requires you to enter those personally.
What's the filing deadline?
March 1 of the year following your purchase. If you bought your home in 2025, you must file by March 1, 2026. Late filings may still be accepted — check with your county property appraiser.
Where does the data come from?
The Florida Department of Revenue's public data portal. Every county submits assessment rolls (NAL files) annually. This is the same data your county property appraiser uses. It's free and available to anyone at floridarevenue.com.