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DoD To 'Continuously' Monitor Your Financial Information For Security Clearance Risks

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U.S. Air Force/Senior Airman Chad Strohmeyer

This article by Amy Bushatz originally appeared on Military.com, the premier source of information for the military and veteran community.

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‘Forever’ GI Bill Isn’t Always Forever, Under New DoD Guidance

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The Department of Defense Thursday afternoon unveiled new changes to the Forever GI Bill, requiring service members to meet stricter requirements if they wish to transfer education benefits to a dependent — including a cap on how long you can wait to pass on those bennies. Previously, “There were no restrictions on when a service member could transfer educational benefits,” Pentagon spokeswoman Jessica R. Maxwell told T&P; in an email.

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Marines Will Offer Up To $210K To Keep Pilots From Leaving

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U.S. Marine Corps/Cpl. Antonio Rubio

Editor’s Note: This article by Gina Harkins originally appeared on Military.com, the premier source of information for the military and veteran community.

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Marines Offering Grunts Up To $70,000 To Become Squad Leaders And Re-Enlist

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Marine Corps photo / Lance Cpl. Levi Schultz.

The Marine Corps has been saying for years that it needs more tech-savvy geeks to fight in cyberspace. Now, it appears the Corps is returning to its trigger-pulling roots with a focused effort to retain grunts who are willing to assume more responsibility.

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Whether You’re In Or Out, Start Planning Your Civilian Retirement Now

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Lance Cpl. Aaron S. Patterson/U.S. Marine Corps

Alright, so you’re thinking about your long-term financial security. Maybe you’re tired of making the rounds like a MARPAT-clad Oliver Twist, cover in hand, begging for more, please, so you can afford your monthly phone bill and streaming service payment.

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