Assessments & Taxation

Homeowners who have not filed a Homestead Eligibility Application have until December 31, 2012 to submit an application.

If you have not received an application, or previously applied for the Homestead credit, click here to access and print yourself a PDF version of the application. 
Mailed applications must be postmarked by December 31st.

Find the status of your Homestead eligibility by looking up your property on the Real Property database.

Commonly asked questions about the Homestead Application

New purchasers of properties will be mailed a homestead application by the Department once the new deed is recorded and our records have been updated.

Indemnity Deeds of Trust (IDOT) Study Group Request for Comments. The Department chairs a current Study Group for this recordation tax enacted by the 2012 Special Session of the General Assembly. If you would like to offer comments or attend the group's next meeting, please send an e-mail to idot@dat.state.md.us