Disabled Veteran Homestead Deduction (Charitable Conveyance)
Property tax deduction equal to disability percentage applied to assessed value for homes donated by tax-exempt organizations.
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Verified September 30, 2026 against in.gov
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Tax Benefits — Indiana
- Who it's for
- Veterans
- VA rating needed
- 50% or higher
- Estimated value
- Varies by disability % and home value
- Where it applies
- Indiana
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
What is Disabled Veteran Homestead Deduction (Charitable Conveyance)?
Disabled Veteran Homestead Deduction (Charitable Conveyance) is a Indiana tax benefits benefit for veterans. Property tax deduction equal to disability percentage applied to assessed value for homes donated by tax-exempt organizations. Requires 50%+ VA disability rating. The listed value is Varies by disability % and home value.
Who qualifies
- Veterans
- Requires 50%+ VA disability rating
- Honorable discharge required
- Indiana residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Must have served at least 90 days. Must have a service-connected disability of at least 50%. The homestead must have been conveyed at no cost by an organization exempt from federal income tax (e.g., Habitat for Humanity, Homes for Our Troops). Honorable discharge required. Cannot be combined for the same assessment date with the other disabled veteran property tax deductions or with the disabled veteran local property tax credit under IC 6-1.1-51.3.
What Disabled Veteran Homestead Deduction (Charitable Conveyance) covers
Deduction
Equals the veteran's VA disability percentage applied to assessed value. A 70% rated veteran with a $200,000 home gets a $140,000 deduction.
How to apply for Disabled Veteran Homestead Deduction (Charitable Conveyance)
How to apply
Apply at county auditor's office.
Verified information & sources
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
- Official source
- in.gov
Compiled and fact-checked against the official source linked above. Benefit rules and dollar amounts change over time — always confirm current details at the official source before applying. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) is a free, accredited advocate who can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
How VetUnlock verifies benefitsFrequently asked questions about Disabled Veteran Homestead Deduction (Charitable Conveyance)
Who qualifies for Disabled Veteran Homestead Deduction (Charitable Conveyance)?
Disabled Veteran Homestead Deduction (Charitable Conveyance) is for Veterans; requires 50%+ VA disability rating; indiana residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
What VA disability rating do I need for Disabled Veteran Homestead Deduction (Charitable Conveyance)?
Requires 50%+ VA disability rating.
How much is Disabled Veteran Homestead Deduction (Charitable Conveyance) worth?
The listed value is Varies by disability % and home value. Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.
How do I apply for Disabled Veteran Homestead Deduction (Charitable Conveyance)?
Apply through the official source linked on this page. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
Where can I verify Disabled Veteran Homestead Deduction (Charitable Conveyance)?
Benefit rules and dollar amounts change, so always confirm current details at the official source linked on this page. A free, accredited county or state Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can also verify your eligibility and help you apply.
Other Indiana Tax Benefits
- Military Retirement Pay State Income Tax Exemption~$885/year on $30,000 retirement pay100% of military retirement pay is excluded from Indiana adjusted gross income.
- Property Tax Credit -- Disabled Wartime Veteran ($350)$350/year property tax credit$350 property tax credit for wartime veterans with 10%+ disability rating (replaced the former $24,960 assessed-value deduction starting with taxes due in 2027).
- Property Tax Benefit -- 100% Disabled (Full Deduction) or Age 62+ with 10%+ ($250 Credit)100% of assessed value (totally disabled) or $250/year credit (age 62+ with 10%+)Starting with taxes due in 2027: a deduction of 100% of assessed value for totally disabled veterans, or a $250 property tax credit for veterans age 62+ with a 10%+ service-connected disability (replacing the former $14,000 deduction).