Can a husband and wife each receive the same exemption?
Generally, no. However, the Supreme Judicial Court has ruled that where two or more persons own and occupy the same domicile, if there is qualification under different exemption clauses, each owner would be entitled to his or her exemption. One should confirm their particular circumstance with the Assessor's Office.

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1. Who can apply for exemption?
2. When can I file for exemption?
3. Can I apply for more than 1 exemption?
4. Can a husband and wife each receive the same exemption?
5. I missed the exemption filing deadline. Can I still apply?
6. I received an exemption last year. Must I reapply each year?
7. Do I need special documents to qualify for exemption?
8. I was denied an exemption. Why?
9. Must I pay my taxes if I'm expecting to get an exemption?
10. Which assets must I declare?
11. I transferred my property to my children but retained a life estate. Am I still eligible for the elderly exemption?
12. Does a trust agreement affect my application for exemption?
13. I received a surviving spouse exemption for many years. I am now remarried. Do I still qualify for the exemption?
14. My spouse died eight years ago. I did not qualify for an exemption because my assets were too high. My financial picture is much different now. Can I apply for Exemption during the next application