Would my husband be eligible for property tax relief since he is 100% service connected?

TSgt Chiquita Morrison — Fri, 23 Oct 2020 10:03:30 -0400

My husband is 100% service connected. He was in Korea for one year. Would he be eligible for property tax relief?

Response by COL R. Bruce Chisholm made Oct 23 at 2020 12:19 PM

COL R. Bruce Chisholm — Fri, 23 Oct 2020 12:19:09 -0400

Property tax exemption or reduction is dependant on your location. Example: Virginia was different requirements for every city or county. The state constitution was voted on and the rules amended to be the same everywhere in Virginia. Check with your local Treasurer/commissioner of Revenue for specific requirements.

Response by COL Tim Loney made Oct 23 at 2020 12:22 PM

COL Tim Loney — Fri, 23 Oct 2020 12:22:06 -0400

Property tax laws and therefore exemptions based on service connected disability ratings are determined by each State. In Michigan, a resident of the State, honorably discharged, 100 percent permanently and totally disabled veteran is exempt from paying property tax on their primary residence, regardless of income. In addition, you should look at the other benefits offered. For a summary of Michigan's benefits check out the following link, https://www.michiganveterans.com/p/Benefits-for-100-Percent-Disabled-Veterans#11.

So, check with each State you are considering moving to, it just may help in your decision of where to call home.

Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency

Response by SSG Dale London made Oct 23 at 2020 5:09 PM

SSG Dale London — Fri, 23 Oct 2020 17:09:01 -0400

As has been said elsewhere, it depends on where you live. It also sometimes depends on whether the 100% award is reviewable or permanent.
You might find this link helpful: https://www.legion.org/veteransbenefits/state
Good luck and God bless.

State Benefits | The American Legion

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Response by SGM Bill Frazer made Oct 23 at 2020 9:42 PM

SGM Bill Frazer — Fri, 23 Oct 2020 21:42:14 -0400

Ma'am all that is handled thru the state he's in, Feds have nothing to do with it.

Response by Cpl Vic Burk made Oct 24 at 2020 6:45 PM

Cpl Vic Burk — Sat, 24 Oct 2020 18:45:53 -0400

You are probably best to ask the city and/or county tax assessor this question since it usually varies by location. I believe if a person is 100% from military action they should be exempt from their primary residence. Unfortunately, not all governments see it this way.

Response by TSgt Chiquita Morrison made Oct 24 at 2020 6:59 PM

TSgt Chiquita Morrison — Sat, 24 Oct 2020 18:59:00 -0400

Response by SPC Lisa Klenk made Oct 26 at 2020 4:05 PM

SPC Lisa Klenk — Mon, 26 Oct 2020 16:05:27 -0400

Check with your County Veteran Service Officer. This determined by each state.

Response by SP5 Hugh Oldham made May 22 at 2022 10:53 PM

SP5 Hugh Oldham — Sun, 22 May 2022 22:53:47 -0400

Each county has a Veterans support office. As laws vary by state you need a localized answer. SC offers full property tax relief to all 100% disabled Veterans, house and two cars.

Response by COL Eric Burns made Jul 24 at 2022 10:42 AM

COL Eric Burns — Sun, 24 Jul 2022 10:42:15 -0400

Yes if available they do have that program it may only pay a percentage though.