Paul Hylenski

Georgia became markedly more veteran-friendly in 2026, led by a major new military retirement tax exemption. Here's every Georgia state benefit you can claim this year, who qualifies, and how to apply. At a Glance: Georgia Veteran Benefits in 2026 Military retirement: up to $65,000 exempt from state income tax (any age), effective 2026 Property tax: disabled veteran homestead exemption of $126,526 for 100% disabled veterans VA disability compensation is completely tax-free Hiring preference...

Pennsylvania pairs tax-free retirement income with a full property tax exemption for disabled veterans. Here's every Pennsylvania state benefit for 2026 and how to claim it. At a Glance: Pennsylvania Veteran Benefits in 2026 Retirement income, including military retirement pay, is not taxed by Pennsylvania Disabled Veterans' Real Estate Tax Exemption: full property tax exemption on a primary residence Income up to $114,647 is presumed to show financial need Civil service hiring preference and...

Ohio offers tax-free military retirement, an enhanced disabled veteran homestead exemption, and immediate in-state tuition. Here's every Ohio state benefit for 2026 and how to claim it. At a Glance: Ohio Veteran Benefits in 2026 Military retirement pay and VA disability income are exempt from state income tax Enhanced homestead exemption removes $58,000 of appraised value for 100% disabled veterans Senate Bill 92 provides a full property tax exemption for totally disabled veterans Ohio GI...