Jim Absher

Jim Absher is Military.com's former benefits editor and columnist. He joined the Navy to see the world and later realized the world is two-thirds water. He also worked for the Department of Veterans Affairs in field offices and Washington, D.C. before coming to Military.com in 2015.

Latest Articles

VA Offering Cash Subsidies to Help Low Income Veterans Afford Housing

The grants are available in high-cost areas, and also include job training.

The VA Is Holding an Athletic Competition in Wisconsin This Summer. Sign Up Now

The Golden Age Games encourage competition and activity among senior veterans.

Larger Housing Payments Extended for Some GI Bill Online Learners

If your classes were moved from in-person to online-only, your housing allowance payments won’t change until at least 2022.

What Happens if Your School Switches to Online Classes or Closes as a Reaction to COVID-19?

Congress passed an emergency law to prevent veterans from losing money

What Is the US Public Health Service?

Hint: They're not wearing those uniforms for fun.

Will Taking Pass/Fail Courses Affect Your GI Bill Benefits?

Many colleges are switching to pass/fail grading. Will you still get your GI Bill benefits?

Self-Employed Contractors and Small-Business Owners Can Get Emergency Relief

New regulations allow independent contractors, the self-employed and veterans' nonprofits to receive government aid.

AAFES Providing Meals to Children Affected by Overseas School Closures

The meal service gives parents one less thing to worry about and gives kids something to look forward to.

VA Removes Disability Benefits Questionnaires from Public View

Citing abuse of the system, the VA clamps down on the popular disability checklists.

VA Resuming In-Person Compensation Exams at Select Locations

20 locations nationwide will begin conducting the exams with more opening soon

The Economic Stimulus Can Seriously Affect Your Retirement Funds

The new law can give you access to your money faster and without penalties.

These States Are Giving Cash to Veterans Affected by the COVID-19 Pandemic

Some states are stepping up and helping veterans in this time of need.

Still Haven't Gotten Your Economic Stimulus Payment? The IRS Is Giving You Another Chance

It's your money. Get it now!

New Law Helps You Delay Mortgage Payments and Prevent Foreclosure

If you're having trouble making mortgage payments, there is help available.

DAV Offering Cash Grants to Disabled Veterans Affected by COVID-19

Another veteran service organization is stepping up to help veterans during the pandemic.

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