The Military Wallet

by Ryan Guina, Last updated: April 10, 2019

Liberty Tax Review

Benjamin Franklin once remarked that only two things were inevitable in life: death and taxes. For many people, preparing one’s own taxes can be a challenging, confusing, or expensive endeavor. Those challenges increase when you're in the military as you introduce multiple types of pay and frequent relocations to the equation. Fortunately, … Read the Rest

by Stephanie, Last updated: April 10, 2019

Space-A Travel Guide – Everything You Need to Know to Take a Flight on a Military Hop

Looking for a way to save money on travel? Flying space-available (Space-A) on a military flight is a great way to stretch your income. You can fly to and from U.S. military bases all over the world while spending next to nothing on airfare. Of course, it’s not as simple as calling a military passenger terminal and “booking” a flight. Flying … Read the Rest

by Jes Naber, Last updated: April 10, 2019

VA Health Care Enrollment – How to Apply for VA Health Care Benefits

This expands on this article that Ryan wrote a few years ago regarding VA health care eligibility. Please take a few minutes to read that article as it explains eligibility items in detail. Over a recent family reunion, my cousin and I somehow got on the subject of VA benefits. Both he and I were in the service for around 5 years, with no … Read the Rest

by Ryan Guina, Last updated: December 12, 2018

2019 Military Pay Charts – Officer & Enlisted Pay Scales (2.6% Raise)

The 2019 military pay charts go into effect on January 1, 2019. You will see the corresponding income in your first paycheck, which should arrive on January 15, 2019. Military members will receive a 2.6% annual cost of living adjustment. While this doesn't sound like a huge raise, it is actually the largest military pay raise since 2010. You can … Read the Rest

by Ryan Guina, Last updated: December 7, 2018

Blended Retirement System Opt-in Deadline – Decision Time by Dec. 31, 2018

Disclosure: This article is part of a military personal finance bloggers #BRSBlitz education campaign sponsored by USAA. I am receiving a fee for posting; however, the opinions expressed in this post are my own. The Blended Retirement System (BRS) officially rolled out on January 1, 2018. Members who joined the military on or after January … Read the Rest

by Ryan Guina, Last updated: April 10, 2019

MILITARY STAR Card Review

The MILITARY STAR Card is available exclusively for military personnel and their families. This card comes with a line of credit to help you with your financial needs, including routine day-to-day purchases, or those particular to the military lifestyle. It offers plenty of benefits, which is why it has made our list of Featured Credit Cards … Read the Rest

by Ryan Guina, Last updated: December 3, 2018

Cricket Wireless Military Discount Overview

At one time Cricket Wireless had a discount program for military service members. However, that program has since been terminated, and Cricket offers only very limited military benefits compared to other cell phone service providers. However, it has to be noted that Cricket Wireless is also one of the lowest cost cell phone service providers. … Read the Rest

by Ryan Guina, Last updated: February 18, 2019

U.S. Cellular Military and Veterans Discount Program

If you are a veteran or active duty military personnel, you have access to a world of military discounts from companies and providers looking to thank you for your service. US Cellular is one such company. Military families can get 15 percent off calling plan charges with U.S. Cellular, one of the nation’s top five cellular carriers. Veterans … Read the Rest

by Ryan Guina, Last updated: April 10, 2019

Military Veterans Bonuses By State

Did you know several states offer a military veterans bonus? Most of the state veterans bonuses are offered to military veterans who joined the military from that specific state and served during a time of war or a named military campaign. Not all states offer a veterans bonus, and each state sets specific eligibility requirements. For … Read the Rest

by Ryan Guina, Last updated: April 10, 2019

TRICARE Open Season – How to Enroll in TRICARE or Change Your Healthcare Plan

TRICARE Open Season for enrollment changes is from Nov. 12, 2018 - Dec. 10, 2018. TRICARE Prime and TRICARE Standard members need to review their healthcare options to ensure they have the best plan for their needs. Starting in 2019, members will no longer be able to switch plans at will - they will only be able to do so during Open Enrollment, or … Read the Rest

2019 Military Pay Charts – Officer & Enlisted Pay Scales (2.6% Raise)

2018 Veterans Day Free Meals and Discounts – Over 100 Free Meals!

Free Tax Filing and Preparation for Military Members

Veterans Benefits Guide – How to Unlock Your Veterans Benefits

How to Get a Military ID Card – Eligibility, ID Card Facility Locator, Required Documents, and More

Liberty Tax Review

Space-A Travel Guide – Everything You Need to Know to Take a Flight on a Military Hop

VA Health Care Enrollment – How to Apply for VA Health Care Benefits

2019 Military Pay Charts – Officer & Enlisted Pay Scales (2.6% Raise)

Blended Retirement System Opt-in Deadline – Decision Time by Dec. 31, 2018

MILITARY STAR Card Review

Cricket Wireless Military Discount Overview

U.S. Cellular Military and Veterans Discount Program

Military Veterans Bonuses By State

TRICARE Open Season – How to Enroll in TRICARE or Change Your Healthcare Plan