I think one of the largest groups of Americans who decide to retire overseas are military veterans. It makes perfect sense on many levels. Many military veterans have spent considerable parts of their career living abroad, they may speak two or more languages, and have grown accustomed to life overseas, particularly in the developing world. Living back home in America may seem boring and slow, or you may just decide ...
Veterans Advantage Card Benefits Program
The Veterans Advantage Card Benefits Program is a nationwide benefits program developed in 2001 to provide rewards to the members of those who have served in the United States Military including active military members, retired veterans, members of the National Guard and Reserves, as well as the family members of eligible service personnel. The companies which have partnered up with the program provide preferred pricing on products and services to show ...
Thrift Savings Plan Begins Automatic Contributions for New Employees
The Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) recently announced it will begin automatic TSP contributions for new employees. Federal employees who are part of the Federal Employees' Retirement System (FERS) and were hired after July 31, 2010 will be automatically enrolled in the TSP with an automatic contribution of 3% of their basic pay, which will be automatically deducted from the employee's pay each period and deposited into the Thrift Savings Plan. ...
Roth 401K for Thrift Savings Plan (TSP)
Good news for Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) participants - the Thrift Savings Plan will begin to offering a Roth 401(k) option in 2012. In June 2009, President Obama signed the the Thrift Savings Plan Enhancement Act 2009, Public Law 111-31 which gives the Thrift Savings Plan the authority to offer a Roth 401k option. It will take the agency some time to set up the infrastructure and bookkeeping capability, ...
Unemployment Benefits After Separating from the Military
Did you know that many military veterans are eligible to receive unemployment benefits when they separate from the military? Transitioning from a military career to a civilian career is a big step. Not all jobs transfer over from the military and it can be difficult for civilians to understand how much military members bring to the table in terms of experience, leadership and many other attributes. It is not uncommon for ...
GM Military Discount Program
General Motors offers eligible military members a military discount program for GM vehicles. The GM military discount program allows eligible military members to purchase vehicles at prices lower than MSRP. It's important to note that GM dealers are not required to participate in the GM military discount program, but in this economic environment, my guess is that most dealers will be willing to work with you and offer discounts for ...
Discover Card Double Cash Back on Military Installations Worldwide
This offer has expired. Discover® Card is offering Discover® Card holders a special bonus for purchases made on military installations - automatic double cash back from Memorial Day to Labor Day 05/31/10 through 09/06/10. Double Cashback Bonus or Double Miles from Discover® Discover® is offering automatic Double Cashback Bonus or Double Miles for all purchases up to $1,000 that are made on military installations worldwide. Earn a full 2% Cashback Bonus® or 2 Miles ...