Understanding All the Deductions on Your 2026 Military Leave and Earnings Statements Understanding what deductions are coming out of your pay is key to knowing where all your money is going. More importantly...
Should You Let the Military Set Aside Allotments from Your Pay? Can a military allotment help you manage your money? Probably. Is it the right tool for you? That depends.
Why Some Disabled Veterans Can't Get Both VA Disability and Military Retirement Pay Military service members planning medical retirement face a critical decision point at the 20-year mark.
When BAH Rules Don't Fit: The Regulatory Gap Facing Unmarried Military Parents BAH regulations have evolved. Current policy recognizes same-sex marriages and allows dual-military couples to designate who...
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8 Popular Cruise Lines That Offer Military Discounts One fun way to see the world and visit unique locations is on a cruise ship. Here are eight popular cruise lines that offer...
Monthly Benefits for Survivors of Fallen Active-Duty Service Members When combined, the Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) and Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) can offer a steady stream of...
How to Create a Budget That You'll Actually Keep "Budget" is a word that most people would like to delete from their vocabulary, and according to a recent survey, many have.
How to Prepare Financially for the Transition to Civilian Life Without preparing for life after the military, the loss of benefits, higher taxes, tighter budgets and family stress can...
Lump-Sum Benefits for Survivors of Active-Duty Military Members Even military families often don’t know what benefits are available to the surviving family of an active-duty service member.
The Latest in Ex-Navy SEAL Robert O'Neill's $25 Million Defamation Lawsuit The $25 million defamation lawsuit by ex-Navy SEAL Rob O'Neill could be decided by a jury in state or federal court.
Veterans Can Now Get VA Auto Grants Every 10 Years. Here's What Changed A disabled veteran who received a Department of Veterans Affairs automobile grant decades ago can now apply for another one.
US Space Force Turns 6: Has It Met Expectations? The U.S. Space Force marked its sixth anniversary in December, reflecting a shift from stand-up to sustained operations as...
A U-Boat Killed 763 American Soldiers on Christmas Eve in 1944. The Army Kept It Secret for 50 Years Howard woke up around midnight in a hospital in Cherbourg, France. He was among the lucky ones. On that Christmas Eve in 1944...
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