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Florida Exemptions Summary:HomesteadReal or personal property including mobile or modular home to unlimited value; cannot exceed half acre in municipality or 160 acres elsewhere; spouse or child of deceased owner may claim homestead exemption (husband & wife may double)
Vehicle ExemptionMotor vehicle to $5,000
Personal PropertyAny personal property to $1,000 (husband & wife may double)
$4,000 of any personal property in lieu of homestead exemption. This exemption does not apply to a debt owed for child support or spousal support.
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