Portability and Homestead Exemptions

Understanding Homestead Exemption and Portability is essential for helping Florida homeowners maximize their property tax savings, and for agents, it’s a way to deliver incredible value. In this class, we’ll break down exactly how these programs work in Duval County, what timelines and rules agents need to know, and how to explain the process clearly to clients who are buying, selling, or moving.

We’ll cover:

• How Portability allows homeowners to transfer tax savings from one home to another
• What Homestead Exemption means, who qualifies, and how to apply
• Common scenarios like downsizing, upsizing, or moving counties
• Mistakes and misconceptions that cost homeowners money

Best of all, you’ll hear directly from the leaders who administer these programs every day.

• Joyce Morgan, Duval County Property Appraiser, brings years of leadership and community experience, ensuring you’ll hear the “why” behind these exemptions.
• Keith Hicks, Chief Appraiser, has decades of appraisal expertise and will explain how valuations and exemptions interact in real transactions.
• Vanessa Baffour-Singletary, Director of Communications & Public Relations, will share how the office supports the community and how to help your clients navigate the process smoothly.

By the end of this session, you’ll know how to confidently answer client questions, prevent costly mistakes, and position yourself as the trusted expert on one of Florida’s most valuable homeowner benefits.

📅 October 16th, 2025
⏰ 10 am - 12 pm
📍 3132 St Johns Bluff Rd S, Jacksonville, FL 32246

Lunch will be provided. Seats are limited—reserve yours today and walk away with knowledge that will directly benefit your clients (and your business). Limited parking, carpool if possible and make sure to not park in business next to office.

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