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4 Simple Steps to Improve Your Credit Score It doesn't take magic; just a bit of planning, discipline and work.
How to Invest at Each Stage of Your Military Career Whether you're active duty, Reserve or National Guard, managing your day-to-day finances can have its unique challenges...
Your LES Is Changing Where it Displays Your Extra COVID Leave Carryover. Pay Attention New leave carryover rules also go into effect
VA Loan Tips for Disabled Veterans Did you know that as a disabled veteran, you may be eligible for special considerations when getting a VA loan? It’s true.
Service-Disabled Veterans Insurance Veterans who have a service-connected disability but are in good health may apply to VA for up to $10,000 life insurance.
3 Ways to Build Career and Financial Independence Leaving the military? Here's how to build your own career and be financially independent.
Think Twice Before Cashing Out Your TSP Cashing out your Thrift Savings Plan when you leave uniformed service may not be your best option.
How to Avoid Debt Regret When Buying a New Car Don’t fall for the easy trap of buying more car than you can afford
Navigating the VA Loan Process in 6 Easy Steps Don't have a down payment? No problem if you get your mortgage through the Department of Veterans Affairs’ VA home loan.
Boost to Enlisted Pay and Benefits Eyed by Top House Lawmakers Rep. Mike Rogers said he and committee Chairman Adam Smith want a sizable increase to pay and benefits for enlisted troops as...
Your LES Is Changing Where it Displays Your Extra COVID Leave Carryover. Pay Attention New leave carryover rules also go into effect
Threat to Military Pay and Benefits Delayed as Congress Punts Debt Ceiling Debate Potential disruptions to military pay and benefits were averted Tuesday night -- at least for a couple more months.
Army Delays New One-Stop Personnel and Pay System After Year of Tech Headaches A force-wide launch was slated in December after a trial period with the National Guard.
Military Pay, Benefits Disruptions Uncertain Amid Debt Ceiling Fight The president and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin are warning that pay and benefits are at risk in Congress' battle over the...
