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By Oct 8, 2019
Veterans Benefits

Service members and vets can now download dozens of video games for free — and no, you don’t need to reenlist to get them

Love video games but hate paying for them? If you're a U.S. service member, a veteran, or a family member...
By Oct 4, 2019
Veterans Benefits

Brace yourselves: some Tricare drug costs will see a major increase next year

Per federal law, these annual increases will continue until at least 2027
By Jul 28, 2019
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Reservists, young adults, and others will have to pay more for Tricare in 2020

If you are a reservist, young adult or transitioning service member enrolled in Tricare or a transition health insurance plan,...
By Jul 22, 2019
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Air Force suspends payments to military landlord that falsified maintenance logs to boost profits

The U.S. Air Force has suspended paying incentive fees at all 21 military housing bases operated by landlord Balfour Beatty...
By Jul 18, 2019
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A new bill would help keep low-income military families from going hungry. The White House isn’t on board

In a statement released July 9, the White House said it "strongly objected" to the provision because service members "receive...
By Jul 17, 2019
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The new Marine Corps commandant wants to give new moms a full year off

Marines should not be expected to choose between being the best parent possible and their career duties, Commandant Gen. David...
By May 23, 2019
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TurboTax uses a ‘military discount’ to trick US service members into paying to file their taxes

U.S. service members who've filed by going to the TurboTax Military landing page told ProPublica they were charged as much...
By Mar 11, 2019
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Troops could get their biggest pay raise since 2010 under DoD’s proposed fiscal 2020 budget

Show me the money.
By Feb 13, 2019
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The Pentagon claims everyone loves military housing. A new survey of families says otherwise

A new survey of military families living on U.S. bases found most are dissatisfied with their housing, often citing serious...
By Jan 29, 2019
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Coast Guard Members Are Finally Getting The Pay They’re Owed From The Government Shutdown

Some Coast Guard families began receiving back pay Monday while bracing for the possibility that another government shutdown Feb. 15...
By Jan 28, 2019
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Score More Cash From Your Tax Refund Thanks To These New DoD Policy Changes

As troops sit down to file their 2018 income tax returns, the Defense Department wants them to know that some...
By Aug 28, 2018
Military Benefits

DoD To ‘Continuously’ Monitor Your Financial Information For Security Clearance Risks

This article by Amy Bushatz originally appeared on Military.com, the premier source of information for the military and veteran community. Troops...
By Jul 12, 2018
Military Benefits

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

The Department of Defense Thursday afternoon unveiled new changes to the Forever GI Bill, requiring service members to meet stricter...
By Jul 9, 2018
Military Benefits

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

Editor’s Note: This article by Gina Harkins originally appeared onMilitary.com, the premier source of information for the military and veteran community. MARINE...
By Jul 2, 2018
Military Benefits

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

The Marine Corps has been saying for years that it needs more tech-savvy geeks to fight in cyberspace. Now, it...
By Jun 15, 2018
Military Benefits

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

Alright, so you’re thinking about your long-term financial security. Maybe you’re tired of making the rounds like a MARPAT-clad Oliver...
By Feb 28, 2018
Military Benefits

Here’s Why The Military’s New Retirement System May Not Be So Bad

The military retirement system has recently been revamped in a big way. Instead of giving retirees the traditional 50% of...
By Jan 18, 2018
Military Benefits

Here’s How A Government Shutdown Would Impact Military Pay And Benefits

Editor’s Note: This article by Amy Bushatz originally appeared on Military.com, the premier source of information for the military and veteran...
By Jan 18, 2018
Military Benefits

Navy Is Planning More Promotions, Bonuses For Sailors As Service Expands

YOKOSUKA NAVAL BASE, Japan — Sailors can expect more promotions and re-enlistment bonuses as the service starts growing again, according...
By Dec 13, 2017
Military Benefits

Is VA Doing Enough To Implement The New ‘Forever’ GI Bill?

WASHINGTON — The Department of Veterans Affairs will hire 200 temporary workers and shell out $70 million to implement a...
By Nov 30, 2017
Military Benefits

Air Force Adds Bonus For Airmen Who Switch To New Retirement System

Airmen approaching 12 years served who convert to the new Blended Retirement System will be eligible for a continuation pay...
By Oct 4, 2017
Military Benefits

6 Ways You Will Go Broke When You Get Home From Deployment, And How To Avoid Them

Welcome, salty veteran of an overseas deployment! Now that you’re back in the world, there’s a lot to do, like...
By Sep 29, 2017
Military Benefits

Many Tricare Users Will Face Higher Out Of Pocket Costs In 2018

Editor's Note: This article by Amy Bushatz originally appeared on Military.com, the premier source of information for the military and...
By Sep 26, 2017
Military Benefits

Air Force Expands Sabbatical Leave For Up To 3 Years If Airmen Stay In

The Air Force’s persistent retention problems have driven the branch to offer a variety of enticements for pilots and airmen...
By Sep 5, 2017
Military Benefits

Hey Soldiers, Get Your Paperwork In Or You Could Lose Out On Your BAH

The Army’s new regulations regarding basic allowance for housing paperwork, meant to crack down on fraud, could end up screwing...