$5000 Widow's and Widower's Exemption
Any widow or widower who is a permanent Florida resident may claim the $5000 exemption on previously homesteaded
property.
If the widow/widower remarries, he/she is no longer eligible to receive this exemption. If the widow/widower were
divorced before death, this exemption cannot be claimed.
To file for this exemption you must be a widow or widower prior to January 1st of the tax year and provide proof of
your spouse's death