If you bought a new home in 2012, make sure you meet the March 1 deadline for filing for homestead exemption in Florida.
Most homeowners can get a $50,000 exemption in the taxable value of their homes, and senior citizens, widows and veterans are eligible for additional exemptions.
In Orange County, you can by mail, in person or online. If you had a homestead exemption last year, and you have not changed homes, you do not need to refile.