The Paycheck Chronicles addresses the military money experience. Find daily tips designed to help the finances of military service members and their families.
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Financial Considerations for the MilSpouse Entrepreneur
Becoming a MilSpouse entrepreneur can be rewarding and fulfilling.
Some GI Bill Rates Are Increasing Aug. 1
The maximum reimbursement for private and foreign schools will go up, as will payments for other types of training.
How Military Members Can Cancel TV, Internet and Phone Contracts Without Fees
Need a way to break your phone, TV or internet contract without paying? A new military move protection law may be the ticket
5 Traits of a Financial Superhero
With superheroes all the rage in movies, how do you become a savings superhero?
What Happens When You're on Official Travel and the Flight Is Overbooked?
Should you give up your seat? Can you keep the money?
Money Management: Yours, Mine and Ours
Money management is a team game when it comes to couples.
Don't Fall for These Tax Prep Scams
Be careful who you hire to do your taxes. They may end up costing you dearly.
This 2019 Scholarship Gives MilSpouses Free Financial Counselor Accreditation
Now through April 19, 2019, military spouses can apply for the opportunity to earn a free financial counselor accreditation.
Retirees, Civilians, Want to Live in Base Housing? Yes, You Can!
While some of us couldn't wait to get out, some can't wait to get in.
The ABCs of Dual Income in the Military
Some seldom-considered options on how best to manage two incomes.
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Financial Considerations for the MilSpouse Entrepreneur
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Some GI Bill Rates Are Increasing Aug. 1
The maximum reimbursement for private and foreign schools will go up, as will payments for other types of training.
How Military Members Can Cancel TV, Internet and Phone Contracts Without Fees
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Most Recent Military Pay Articles
Coast Guard to Take $11.3 Billion Budget Proposal to Capitol Hill
The service's fiscal 2020 budget request seeks funds for new ships and aircraft and shore upgrades.
It’s Official: 2020 Budget Proposal Has Largest Troop Pay Raise in a Decade
The White House backed a 3.1 percent military pay raise beginning in January 2020.
Next Troop Pay Raise Could Be Largest Since 2010
Though the raise is meant to be based on economic indicators, the White House and Congress often set a different rate.
Pentagon May Tap Military Pay, Pensions for Border Wall
Durbin says the funds are available because recruitment is down and an early military retirement program is underutilized.
Why the Marines Are Throwing Big Cash Bonuses at Infantry Squad Leaders
Marine officials are reminding squad leaders that there are big bucks for those willing to re-enlist.