Tax
Military tax exclusions, state rules, and filing guidance.
Moving Expenses for Military: What's Deductible and What the Government Pays
The 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) suspended the moving expense deduction for most Americans through 2025. Active duty members of the U.S. Armed Forces are a specific exception — they retain the ability to deduct unreimbursed qualifie...
Read Article →VA Disability Compensation and Taxes: The Complete Guide
VA disability compensation is one of the most tax-advantaged income sources available to veterans. The rules are straightforward — and being clear about them can prevent unnecessary under-reporting, confusion, and in some cases, over-rep...
Read Article →Military Retirement Pay and Federal Taxes: What's Taxable, What's Not
Military retirement pay from DFAS (Defense Finance and Accounting Service) is generally taxable income at the federal level — with important exceptions that reduce or eliminate the tax on certain components. Understanding which portions ...
Read Article →The Combat Zone Tax Exclusion: What It Covers and How to Claim It
Servicemembers serving in designated combat zones or qualified hazardous duty areas can exclude some or all of their military pay from federal income taxes while deployed. The rules differ for enlisted members versus officers, and the ti...
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