Cook County News Herald

Tax benefits for veterans available



May was Military Appreciation Month, and as part of the celebration, some information became available that may affect veterans in a positive way.

Did you know there is a property tax exclusion for veterans with a disability? You may qualify if all of the following are true: . You are an honorably discharged veteran. . You have a service-connected disability rating of 70 percent or higher. . You own and occupy a property classified as homestead. . You may also qualify if you are the surviving spouse or primary family caregiver of qualifying veterans and service members.

For details, see Property Tax Fact Sheet 11.

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