Three cheers to the Hernando County Board of Commissioners! Their passage of the additional Homestead Exemption for the Elderly means that the most frail among us will now have the ability to stay in their homes. This additional exemption may be a deciding factor for many seniors that are on very low income to save their homes. Several years ago I watched my neighbors struggle by selling their belongings on their lawn to pay their property tax bill. My neighbors were very proud individuals that would not ask anyone for financial help but this additional Homestead Exemption certainly would have made their life easier in the end. It is too late for my neighbors because they are now both deceased but many more elderly citizens in our county desperately need this additional Homestead Exemption. Thanks go out to the commissioners for their vote last night to extend a helping hand to our low income, elderly neighbors...
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I agree that these changes are good, but the government should be working to lessen the burden on all the citizens. I know several younger couples who are trying to keep it all together and struggling hard. Each spouse working and trying to care for their children at the same time.
If our government- county, state and federal- would be more responsible, we would all benefit.
I agree with your premise, as well, because it is very difficult for younger folks to realize the American dream of owning a home. This low income exemption was overwhelming approved across the state & it was high time our county approved it here. Maybe with the new legislation coming up on the January ballot will help others not already protected by the 3% cap of Save Our Homes.
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