Property Ownership
What is a 'homestead exemption' and how does it work in Hawaii for property tax purposes?
AA. An exemption from all property taxes for Native Hawaiian homestead lands
BB. A reduction in assessed value for owner-occupied primary residences; in Hawaii, qualified homeowners receive a basic exemption (with age-based enhancements) reducing their taxable assessed value✓ Correct
CC. An exemption only available to first-time home buyers for the first 5 years
DD. A federal program for tax-exempt homesteads on agricultural land
Explanation
Hawaii counties offer homestead exemptions reducing the assessed value of owner-occupied primary residences for property tax purposes. Each county has different exemption amounts; Honolulu's basic exemption for homeowners under 65 is $100,000, with higher exemptions for those 65 and older.
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Key Terms to Know
Joint Tenancy
Co-ownership where two or more people hold equal, undivided interests with the right of survivorship — when one owner dies, their share passes to the surviving owners.
Right of First RefusalA contractual right giving a party the opportunity to match any offer received before the owner can accept it from a third party.
DepreciationA reduction in the value of an improvement (building) over time due to physical deterioration, functional obsolescence, or external factors.
DeedA written legal instrument used to transfer ownership of real property from one party (grantor) to another (grantee).
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