Q: We purchased a newly constructed house in Hays County on May 31, 2022. The developer owned it prior to our purchase. I filed for the homestead exemption as well as the over-65 exemption. Both were ...
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Homestead exemptions offer exceptions to financial claims on your primary residence. Homeowners filing for bankruptcy may be able to use a homestead exemption to shield the home’s equity from ...