First time doing taxes as homeowner. homestead exemption

Oh boy, you aren't getting that exemption for a good 6 months to a year now with how long filing takes.

Of course, I was dealing with Orleans, your experience may differ.

Assessor should have sent you a card to fill out and return. Just call Conrad Comeaux's office and request one. It's free.

You don't need to provide them anything other than what you paid in interest, the HUD you were provided at closing and the amount of real estate taxes paid (you can find this on the assessors website).

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Homestead exemption has to do with property taxes, not income taxes correct?

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Correct. The only link is the amount of property taxes paid is deductible on your federal income taxes. Assuming you itemize.