Beyond your federal VA disability compensation, Michigan offers its own benefits for veterans — property tax, education, vehicle. Here's what Michigan veterans can claim, who qualifies, and how to apply.
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Michigan Disabled Veterans Exemption (MCL 211.7b) — full exemption from real property tax on the homestead. Eligibility (any one of): (1) VA-rated 100% permanent and total service-connected disability; (2) compensated at 100% via Individual Unemployability (TDIU); OR (3) recipient of VA Specially Adapted Housing (SAH) assistance. Surviving unremarried spouse may continue. Apply to local assessor with Form 5107 by December 31. NEW 2026 reform: once approved, the exemption stays in place automatically — no more annual reapplication unless the property/owner changes.
How to claim: File Form 5107 with local assessor by December 31; no annual reapply after 2026
Michigan Children of Veterans Tuition Grant — undergraduate tuition assistance up to $2,800/year (NOT full tuition) for natural or adopted children of a Michigan veteran who (a) died on active federal duty, OR (b) has a VA-rated 100% total and permanent service-connected disability. Student must be 16–26 years old, hold a high school diploma/GED, enroll at least half-time at a participating MI institution, and maintain ≥2.25 cumulative GPA. Maximum 4 academic years. Administered by MI Department of Treasury / MI Student Aid.
How to claim: Apply through MI Student Aid; provide DD-214 and VA P&T letter
Free DV plates for 100% disabled veterans.
How to claim: Apply at Secretary of State office
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Michigan offers veteran benefits across property tax, education, vehicle. Highlights include Property Tax Exemption, Children of Veterans Tuition Grant, Free License Plate. Eligibility varies — some benefits require a VA disability rating, 100% P&T status, or combat service.
Michigan Disabled Veterans Exemption (MCL 211.7b) — full exemption from real property tax on the homestead. Eligibility (any one of): (1) VA-rated 100% permanent and total service-connected disability; (2) compensated at 100% via Individual Unemployability (TDIU); OR (3) recipient of VA Specially Ad
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