This is a legal form that was released by the Florida Department of Revenue - a government authority operating within Florida. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.
Q: What is Form DR-501T?
A: Form DR-501T is the Transfer of Homestead Assessment Difference form in Florida.
Q: When is Form DR-501T used?
A: Form DR-501T is used when the owner of a homestead property sells their home and purchases a new homestead property.
Q: What is the purpose of Form DR-501T?
A: The purpose of Form DR-501T is to transfer the homestead assessment difference from the old property to the new property, which can result in a reduction in property taxes for the new property.
Q: How does Form DR-501T work?
A: When the new homestead property is purchased, the owner can apply for a homestead assessment difference transfer on Form DR-501T. This allows the owner to transfer the difference between the market value and assessed value of the old property to the new property, resulting in a lower assessed value and potentially lower property taxes.
Q: Are there any eligibility requirements for using Form DR-501T?
A: Yes, there are eligibility requirements for using Form DR-501T. The owner must have had a homestead exemption on the old property, and the new property must be eligible for a homestead exemption.
Q: Is there a deadline for filing Form DR-501T?
A: Yes, there is a deadline for filing Form DR-501T. The form must be filed within two years of January 1st of the year following the sale of the old property.
Q: What should I do with Form DR-501T once it is completed?
A: Once completed, Form DR-501T should be submitted to the local county property appraiser's office along with any required documentation.
Q: Can I use Form DR-501T for properties outside of Florida?
A: No, Form DR-501T is specific to the state of Florida and cannot be used for properties located outside of the state.
Form Details:
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