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Homestead (law) - Definition and Overview

Related Words: Barton, Croft, Demesne, Estate, Fallow, Farm, Farmland, Fireplace

Homestead laws exist in many states in the United States and generally serve two main purposes:

  1. prevent forced sale of home by creditors
  2. provide surviving spouse with shelter

In Texas, homestead protection is automatic.

Example Usage of Homestead

dustinlong: @alan8385 He needs to leave Phoenix with a 195-point lead and it doesn't what he does at Homestead
SFLTimes: Confederate flag swept to sidelines at Homestead parade.... http://bit.ly/LtMRk
nfisd: The Band Extravaganza was a big hit. Next up is the annual Pride Week Parade. 9 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 14 on Homestead Road. Don't miss this!
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