While divorce is essentially a civilian matter, there are certain benefits and issues that are unique to military divorces, particularly if the parties were married for a long time. This week's Paycheck Chronicles mailbag question highlights one of the most important things to know if you are divorcing from someone in the military.
Notifying DFAS About Former Spouse SBP
Current issue of the Military Report
- VA Sec. Avoids Congressional Inquiries
- USAF Tries to Finalize “Deploy-or-Out” Policy
- Pentagon Reveals Cyber Breach of Travel Records
- Retirees, Disabled Vets Get Biggest Raise in 7 Years for 2019
- $400,000 VGLI Alternatives from Only $29 a Month
- Widower Takes Ban on Military Injury Claims to Supreme Court
- Navy Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
- Eliminate Your Rx Costs with a TRICARE Supplement
- Military Apprenticeship Program
- What to Do If a Debt Collector Calls
- Rates are Rising: Don’t Wait to Use Your $0 Down VA Loan Benefit
- Navy Updates GI Bill Transfer Process
- Don’t Miss Out on Free ID Protection
- AAFES Plans Fall Sweepstakes
- Discounted Shopping for Veterans Through Homeless Veterans Program
- New TRICARE Dental Insurance Plans Coming
- The Navy’s MyEducation App
- Protect Your Family Member’s ID
- New Medicare Initiative
- TRICARE Hurricane Procedures
- Cyber Security Awareness
- The Legion’s "Take On Hep C" Tour
- New VA Channel in Arizona
- Join the 'Mighty Endeavor'
- Air Force to Promote 456 Airmen
- Study on VA Burial and Memorial Services
- New 'Bells of Peace' App
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