A property tax exemption reduces the taxable value of your property which lowers your taxes. For example, if your home is valued at $100,000 and you qualify for a $20,000 exemption, you only pay taxes on $80,000.
A “Partial” exemption excludes a part of the value from taxation and can exclude all of the value of a property from taxation if the exemption amount exceeds the market value (i.e., homestead exemption). An “Absolute” or “Total” exemption excludes the entire value from taxation (i.e., churches).
5-Year Homestead Exemption Audit Information
Appraisal districts are required to audit Homestead exemptions once every 5 years to confirm that the property owner still qualifies for the exemption.
You may view the approved policy for the Comal Appraisal District’s Homestead Audit program here.
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