Most contractors are no longer bound by either a Home of Record (HOR) or State of Legal Residence (SLR). However, some states are "sticky" and you may still be considered a tax resident of your SLR. That depends, though, on which state that is.
You may also be eligible to exclude your income earned in Germany now that you are not on active duty, if you meet the criteria for the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (FEIE). We have tips for taxpayers overseas HERE, which includes information on the FEIE.
For your state question, we may be able to offer additional guidance if you share which state was your SLR at retirement.
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