What is the significance of "principal residence" on my tax bill?
Your tax bill must indicate your property as a "principal residence" in order to be eligible for Homestead credit benefits. You also must have filed a one-time Homestead Application as well as having the Principal Residence designation in order to receive the Homestead Credit. Also, if your property is not designated as a "principal residence," you are not eligible for the semi-annual payment schedule option and your tax bill will only reflect the annual payment due on September 30. Should you feel that your property has been designated incorrectly, please contact the supervisor of assessments for Caroline County, 207 South Third Street, Denton, Maryland 21629 at 410-819-4450.

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1. What is the significance of "principal residence" on my tax bill?
2. Are there any tax programs that provide tax relief based on income?
3. What is the Homestead Credit?
4. What is the County Senior Credit?
5. Are there other exemptions that taxpayers can apply for?