In this conversation, John McConnell and Victor discuss property taxes and housing for retired veterans. They focus on the property tax situation in California and the proposed bill that would exempt disabled veterans from property taxes up to a certain amount. They also explore the benefits and considerations of property taxes in different states, including income tax exemptions. The conversation highlights the potential savings and opportunities for veterans in terms of housing and education benefits. They encourage veterans to research and explore the benefits they may be eligible for and consider getting involved in local communities.

Takeaways

California has a proposed bill that would exempt disabled veterans from property taxes up to a certain amount.

Different states have different property tax exemptions and income tax exemptions for veterans.

Veterans should research and explore the benefits they may be eligible for, including housing and education benefits.

Getting involved in local communities and veteran outreach programs can provide support and opportunities for veterans.

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction and Overview

03:13 - Property Tax Exemption in California

06:02 - Considerations for Property Taxes in Different States

08:05 - Offsetting Costs with Income Tax Exemptions

09:21 - Property Tax Exemptions in Other States

11:50 - Forecast for Housing Market in California

14:12 - Exploring Benefits for Disabled Veterans

16:56 - Discovering Benefits and Doing Research

19:14 - Getting Involved in Local Communities

20:47 - Conclusion and Call to Action

Links:

🔗 CALVET chapter 33 - https://www.calvet.ca.gov/veteran-services-benefits/education

🔗 Chapter 35 VA educational benefits - https://www.va.gov/education/benefit-rates/chapter-35-rates/

🔗 VA disabled Veterans property tax exemptions by state - https://www.veteransunited.com/futurehomeowners/veteran-property-tax-exemptions-by-state/

🔗 Veterans United Home Loans - https://www.veteransunited.com/

🔗 VA benefits - https://benefits.va.gov/benefits/

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