Quick 2026 Summary Program: NC Elderly or Disabled Homestead Exclusion Eligible exclusion: Greater of $25,000 or 50% of appraised home value 2026 income limit: $38,800 Who may qualify: Seniors age 65+ or permanently disabled homeowners Application deadline: Usually June 1 Where to apply: County tax assessor office Property taxes have quietly become one of the biggest financial worries for older homeowners across North Carolina. You May Also Qualify For These Benefits Check these related guides before you apply. Some programs may help you save more each month. 👉 2026 NC SNAP: Eligible Up to $1,789 Monthly Not just in Charlotte or Raleigh either. Smaller counties have seen rising assessments too. Some retirees who paid off their homes years ago are now dealing with tax bills that feel very different from what they remember even five or six years ago. And honestly, a lot of people still assume there is no real help available un...