Military retirement and state taxes
Maine doesn't tax military retirement pay.
Portsmouth Naval Shipyard · Bangor Air National Guard Base
VA loans in Maine
Can you use a VA loan in Maine?
Yes. You can use a VA loan anywhere in Maine, from Portland to Bangor. Maine doesn't tax military retirement pay. We lend in Maine and help military families buy across the state, including Guard and Reserve families.
Good to know
What's different about buying in Maine
Property tax help for disabled Veterans
Maine takes $6,000 off the value of a qualifying Veteran's home, with more for some disabled Veterans. Apply through your local tax office after you move in.
Older homes need a closer look
Many homes here were built before 1978. VA's property standards require peeling or chipped paint on those homes to be fixed before closing, so we flag it early and plan for it.
Tax rules shown are general and current as of October 2026. Confirm the details with your county or the state before you rely on them.
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Bases I help families buy near
Wherever your orders say, we lend there. Here's where families usually look.
- Portsmouth Naval ShipyardKittery, Eliot, York
- Bangor Air National Guard BaseBangor, Brewer, Hampden
Maine questions
Straight answers
Does Maine tax military retirement pay?
Maine doesn't tax military retirement pay. VA disability compensation isn't taxed.
What property tax breaks do disabled Veterans get in Maine?
Maine takes $6,000 off the value of a qualifying Veteran's home, with more for some disabled Veterans. Rules and amounts can change, so confirm with your local tax office.
Can I use a VA loan anywhere in Maine?
Yes. VA loans work in cities, suburbs and rural areas across Maine, as long as the home will be your main residence and meets VA property standards. We lend statewide, so we can help wherever you're buying.
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