We help Veterans in Florida obtain the quality documentation they deserve
At REE Medical, we are passionate about taking care of Veterans and are dedicated to ensuring that each Veteran we work with receives the disability examination that they deserve.
Our number one priority is delivering quality service. Our entire staff is highly trained and fully dedicated to serving those who served.
FINANCIAL ADVANTAGE
Additional Benefits For Florida Veterans
Florida Veterans and their families may qualify for valuable state benefits that can reduce property taxes, lower higher-education costs, and make homeownership more affordable. Understanding the Florida disabled Veteran benefits available to you—from homestead property tax exemptions to scholarships for dependents and Veteran-friendly home financing—can help you make the most of the benefits you’ve earned through military service.
Property Tax Exemptions for Veterans in Florida
- Veterans with a 10% or greater qualifying disability can receive a $5,000 property tax exemption. Florida provides a $5,000 exemption from property taxation to qualifying Florida resident Veterans who were discharged under honorable conditions and have a disability of at least 10% resulting from misfortune or qualifying wartime service. An eligible unremarried surviving spouse may also receive the exemption.
- Qualifying 100% permanently and totally disabled Veterans can receive a complete homestead property tax exemption. Florida exempts from taxation the homestead of an honorably discharged Veteran who has a service-connected total and permanent disability, provided the Veteran meets Florida residency and other statutory requirements. The exemption may also continue for a qualifying surviving spouse.
Education Benefits for Florida Veterans & Families
- Children and spouses of certain disabled or deceased Veterans can have tuition and required registration fees covered. Florida's Scholarships for Children and Spouses of Deceased or Disabled Veterans (CSDDV) program assists eligible spouses and dependent children of qualifying Veterans who died from service-connected causes or are certified as having a 100% permanent and total service-connected disability. Eligible students attending a Florida public postsecondary institution can receive an award equal to tuition and required registration fees.
- Florida also waives out-of-state tuition for qualifying Veterans and military families. Through the Congressman C.W. Bill Young Tuition Waiver Program, honorably discharged Veterans who reside in Florida can have out-of-state tuition fees waived at Florida public postsecondary institutions. The waiver also extends to qualifying spouses and dependent children residing in Florida and using GI Bill benefits.
Home Loan Benefits for Florida Veterans
- Eligible Florida Veterans can access VA financing through the Florida Hometown Heroes Housing Program. Florida Housing's Hometown Heroes Program supports eligible Florida workers and provides first-mortgage options including VA loans, along with reduced upfront fees and down-payment and closing-cost assistance for qualifying borrowers. The program has income, employment, occupation, first-time-homebuyer, property and other eligibility requirements.
- Qualifying borrowers can receive down-payment and closing-cost assistance. The 2026 Hometown Heroes program provides eligible borrowers with assistance toward the upfront costs of purchasing a primary residence. Veterans using qualifying VA financing can also benefit from the underlying advantages of VA-backed mortgages, such as potentially purchasing without a down payment and without monthly private mortgage insurance, subject to VA and lender requirements.
Sources
- Florida Legislature — F.S. §196.24, $5,000 Disabled Veteran Property Tax Exemption
- Florida Legislature — F.S. §196.081, Total and Permanent Disabled Veteran Homestead Exemption
- Florida Legislature — F.S. §196.082, Combat-Disabled Veterans Homestead Discount
- Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs — Education Benefits
- Florida Department of Education — Scholarships for Children and Spouses of Deceased or Disabled Veterans
- Florida Housing Finance Corporation — Hometown Heroes Housing Program
By partnering with REE Medical for evidence-based medical documentation from our network of providers, you can save valuable time and resources to focus on the things that matter most. View our post to learn more about service-connected disability benefits within Florida.
COMPENSATION RATES
2026 VA Disability Compensation Rates (Single Veteran):
| Disability Rating | 2026 Monthly Rate (Single) | Annual Amount | Increase from Previous Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | $180.42 | $2,165.04 | Base Level |
| 20% | $356.66 | $4,279.92 | $176.24 |
| 30% | $552.47 | $6,629.64 | $195.81 |
| 40% | $795.84 | $9,550.08 | $243.37 |
| 50% | $1,132.90 | $13,594.80 | $337.06 |
| 60% | $1,435.02 | $17,220.24 | $302.12 |
| 70% | $1,808.45 | $21,701.40 | $373.43 |
| 80% | $2,102.15 | $25,225.80 | $293.70 |
| 90% | $2,362.30 | $28,347.60 | $260.15 |
| 100% | $3,938.58 | $47,262.96 | $1,576.28 |
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