Military retirement and state taxes
Connecticut doesn't tax military retirement pay.
Naval Submarine Base New London · U.S. Coast Guard Academy
VA loans in Connecticut
Can you use a VA loan in Connecticut?
Yes. You can use a VA loan anywhere in Connecticut, from Groton to Hartford. Connecticut doesn't tax military retirement pay. We lend in Connecticut and help military families buy across the state, including Guard and Reserve families.
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What's different about buying in Connecticut
Property tax help for disabled Veterans
Connecticut offers property tax exemptions to disabled Veterans, and a newer state law lets Veterans rated 100% permanent and total have their home fully exempted. Your town assessor handles it. Apply through your local tax office after you move in.
Older homes need a closer look
Many homes here were built before 1978. VA's property standards require peeling or chipped paint on those homes to be fixed before closing, so we flag it early and plan for it.
Tax rules shown are general and current as of October 2026. Confirm the details with your county or the state before you rely on them.
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Bases I help families buy near
Wherever your orders say, we lend there. Here's where families usually look.
- Naval Submarine Base New LondonGroton, Ledyard, Waterford, Gales Ferry
Buying near Naval Submarine Base New London → - U.S. Coast Guard AcademyNew London, Waterford
Connecticut questions
Straight answers
Does Connecticut tax military retirement pay?
Connecticut doesn't tax military retirement pay. VA disability compensation isn't taxed.
What property tax breaks do disabled Veterans get in Connecticut?
Connecticut offers property tax exemptions to disabled Veterans, and a newer state law lets Veterans rated 100% permanent and total have their home fully exempted. Your town assessor handles it. Rules and amounts can change, so confirm with your local tax office.
Can I use a VA loan anywhere in Connecticut?
Yes. VA loans work in cities, suburbs and rural areas across Connecticut, as long as the home will be your main residence and meets VA property standards. We lend statewide, so we can help wherever you're buying.
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