Thank you again for your trust in me during your real estate transaction.  As you may already be aware, Georgia allows homeowners to claim a Homestead Exemption as a tax benefit that can amount to considerable annual savings.

To qualify for the exemption, the homeowner must occupy the residence and file for the Homestead Exemption before the deadline.  To file for the exemption, you will need certain paperwork that varies by county, such as a copy of the recorded warranty deed, social security numbers of all persons on the deed, the mortgage holder, and the amount of the mortgage.  Please also note that several counties require a copy of the closing statement and proof of age for the senior citizen discount.

For your convenience, please find below a table consisting of links to homestead information on county websites in the metro area, tax commissioner office phone numbers and county deadlines for filing.  Many counties allow you to file online, while others give directions on how to file in person.

It is a privilege to continue serving you in your new home!

Bartow 770.387.5111 Deadline March 1, 2009

Cherokee 678.493.6120 Deadline April 1, 2009

Cobb 770.528.8600×400Deadline April 1, 2009

Clayton 770.477.4311DeadlineApril 1, 2009

Dawson 706.344.3590DeadlineApril 1, 2009

Dekalb 404.298.4000Deadline March 1, 2009

Douglas 770.920.7272 Deadline April 1, 2009

Fayette 770.461.3611Deadline March 1, 2009

Forsyth 770.781.2101Deadline March 1, 2009

Fulton 404.612.6440Deadline April 1, 2009

Gwinnett 770.822.8800Deadline March 1, 2009

Hall 770.535.8288DeadlineMarch 1, 2009

Henry 770.288.8180DeadlineApril 1, 2009

Jackson706.367.6330DeadlineMarch 1, 2009

Paulding 770.443.7606DeadlineMarch 1, 2009

Rockdale 770.929.4152 Deadline April 1, 2009

Walton 770.267.1335DeadlineApril 1, 2009