Is the military homeowners Assistance Program in place?

Homeowners Assistance Program Helps Military Members Who Lost Money Due to PCS. The military’s Homeowner’s Assistance Program (HAP) has been in place for decades to help homeowners who have trouble selling their homes because of a Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) initiative.

Why do I need to pay a military service deposit?

A military service deposit is a payment made to the civilian retirement fund to allow creditable military service to be used toward retirement eligibility and in annuity computations. All active duty military service is potentially creditable for retirement purposes. You may need to pay a deposit in order to receive retirement credit for it.

Can a military member lose money on a home sale?

Both the old and new versions of the law provide some monetary relief to eligible members of the military and federal employees who suffered a financial loss on the sale of their primary residence when they were not able to sell their homes under reasonable terms or conditions.

Can a disabled veteran get a property tax exemption in Massachusetts?

Massachusetts offers several property tax exemption options for those who have VA-rated disabilities. There is a minimum 10% VA rating required and the veteran must have been a state resident for at least six months before starting military service and reside in the state for a minimum of five years.

Are there any rental properties in the military?

The military properties listed here are available for rent. Click on the military rental listings by owner to know more about the property. We will be happy to answer any questions you may have about any of the military rentals by phone or email.

How to contact the owner of a military home?

Click on the military rental listings by owner to know more about the property. We will be happy to answer any questions you may have about any of the military rentals by phone or email. You can also reach us through the ‘INQUIRE ABOUT LISTING’ button that is on each military house listing page for ease of use.

What do you need to know about selling a house in the military?

Military members who are selling a house should consult IRS Publication 523, Selling Your Home. Another good resource for military-related tax questions is the IRS’s Publication 3, the Armed Forces’ Tax Guide. Tax help when you need it most Even when you understand the concepts, you may benefit from professional help with your income taxes.

Where to get free tax advice for military?

VITA volunteers are specially trained to address the tax questions of military personnel. Call Military OneSource at 800-342-9647 or via live chat to schedule a free appointment with a MilTax consultant or a financial counselor. OCONUS/international? Click here for calling options.