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Old 02-14-2012, 03:10 PM
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Does the county that you live in TV, do anything on the property taxes for veterans or disabled vets? In NY LI where I live they cut some of your taxes.Thanks
Yes they do, if you have a VA issued service connected disability rating. If you are rated 100%, you will not pay property tax on your homestead. Your surviving spouse will also enjoy the property tax exemption after your death. You will also qualify for a special license tag for your car which, among other things, allows you to park in handicapped spots etc.

If you are rated less than 100%, but nevertheless have a service connected disability rating, they will knock and additional $5,000 off the taxable value of your homestead. You will only have to submit the proof once; it rolls over automatically after that.

The State of Florida has a number of other benefits for all vets, not just disabled vets. See, generally, Florida Department of Veterans Affairs - Your First Step in Accessing Information & Benefits Available to Veterans