University of Tampa: Can an out-of-state rental owner assume the Florida homestead exemption applies?
DIRECT ANSWER
No. The DOR guide describes homestead relief for property maintained as the owner’s primary residence; a nonresident rental should not be assumed eligible. Confirm with the property appraiser.
Sources & verification
- floridarevenue.com Florida Department of Revenue / Hillsborough County
- hcfl.gov Florida Department of Revenue / Hillsborough County
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