The 10 Best Military Financial Benefits
Discover the best financial benefits for those serving in the military! Here are the top 10 including the VA Loan, discounts, state tax breaks, the TSP, and more!
Military & Veteran Benefits
This generation of veterans and servicemembers has access to the best benefits of any era in history. From the VA Home Loan program to the GI Bill, you can save money, enhance your career opportunities, and even change your life. Don’t miss out on any of the military and veteran benefits you have earned.
Tax-Free Military Retirement Pay In These States
More than half of US states now exempt military retirement pay from state taxes. Discover which states offer tax-free retirement pay.
VA Enrollment May Become Automatic for Transitioning Veterans
On January 20th, 2022, the House of Representatives passed The Ensuring Veterans’ Smooth Transition Act. Also known as the EVEST Act, H.R. 4673 would make enrollment into the VA system automatic for transitioning service members. Learn more.
TSP Changes and Limit Updates for 2023
For 2022, the IRS annual limit for regular TSP contributions is $20,500. In 2021, it was $19,500. This limit is important because if you are covered by FERS, FERS-RAE, or FERS-FRAE, you will lose Agency Matching TSP contributions after you hit that limit. Learn more.
TRICARE Covers Doulas, Lactation Consultants, and Lactation Counselors
TRICARE began covering labor doulas, lactation consultants, and lactation counselors on January 1, 2022, as long as certain conditions are met. Learn more.
New Legislation Impacting the Veteran Community
Find out how the recent legislation impacts the veteran community regarding maternity care, military health careers, and prejudice at the VA.
TRICARE Pharmacy Network: Walmart & Sam’s Club Out
As of 15 December 2021, Walmart and Sam’s Club will no longer take TRICARE. But there are still many options for getting your prescriptions. Find out where.
VA Expands Housing Grants for Disabled Veterans
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) amended the regulations regarding grants for the Specially Adapted Housing (SAH) Program. The Specially Adapted Housing Program Within this program, there are two major sources of assistance: Specially Adapted Housing Grant Special Housing Adaptation Grant The Specially Adapted Housing (SAH) Grant helps disabled Veterans construct or modify a home… Read more »
VA Extends Deadline for Gulf War Veterans’ Disability Claims
The VA extends disability deadline for Veterans suffering from Gulf War Syndrome. File claims before December 2026!
Airmen & Guardians Receive PCS Pet Transportation Assistance
Having a dog or a cat for a pet can be the best thing. But having a dog or cat and then getting PCS orders for an OCONUS location can be stressful and expensive! The good news is that Airmen and Guardians can now receive PCS Pet Transportation Assistance. Learn more!