This Idaho Declaration of Non-Abandonment of Homestead is designed for a married couple and for use when unimproved or improved land will be occupied as a principal residence at a future date. A Declaration of Homestead protects a certain amount of equity in your home from being taken in order to satisfy the judgment of a creditor. In Idaho, a homestead exemption is limited to $100,000 in value and is typically automatic from the time the home is occupied as a principal residence. Homestead exemptions do not apply if your homestead consists of unimproved or improved land that is not yet occupied and this Declaration of Non-Abandonment of Homestead is for use in these situations. This Idaho Declaration of Non-Abandonment of Homestead for a Married Couple contains the following provisions: Parties: Identifies the parties to the Non-Abandonment of Homestead Declaration; Property Location: Sets forth the address and the legal description of the property; Declaration: States that the parties intend to occupy the homestead in the future, the address where they will be residing and the reason for absence from the property; Signatures and Notary: The declaration must be signed by both spouses in front of a notary public. Protect your Rights and your Property by using our professionally prepared up-to-date forms. This attorney-prepared packet contains: Instructions & Checklist General Information Step-by-Step Instructions Idaho Declaration of Non-Abandonment of Homestead for Married Couple State Law Compliance: This form complies with the laws of Idaho