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Homestead Declartion
Homestead Declaration is a legal document that protects a homeowner’s primary residence from certain types of creditors or forced sale due to unsecured debts. It is designed to help ensure that people are not easily forced out of their homes over financial hardship.
What is a Homestead Declaration?
Key Points:
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Purpose: Provides limited protection against judgments from unsecured creditors (like credit card companies or personal loans).
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Coverage: Only applies to a person's primary residence, not investment or rental properties.
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Limits: Each state sets a dollar limit for how much of the home’s equity is protected. In Nevada, as of the most recent update, the protection limit is $605,000 of equity.
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Filing: Must be filed with the county recorder’s office where the property is located.
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Cost: Usually a small recording fee is required.
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Ownership Requirement: Must be the owner or a co-owner of the home and live in it as your primary residence.
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Marital Considerations: In some cases, spouses may need to sign together even if only one name is on the title.
Summary:
A Homestead Declaration helps protect your home’s equity from being seized to pay off certain types of debt. It does not stop foreclosure from a mortgage lender, property tax liens, or HOA liens, but it can shield a portion of your home’s value from general creditors.
Is Notarization Required?
✔️ Yes
In Nevada and many other states, a Homestead Declaration must be notarized before it can be recorded with the county.
