The Military Wallet - Veterans Benefits, Discounts, VA Loans, GI Bill

by Jessica Evans, Last updated: May 11, 2020

Free LinkedIn Premium for Transitioning Military Members, Military Veterans, and Spouses

From finding a job to connecting with others in your field, LinkedIn continues to offer the military community amazing resources unavailable elsewhere. Veterans and spouses can now benefit from free premium LinkedIn services for an entire year. This partnership between LinkedIn and the DoD aims to help veterans and military spouses build their … Read the Rest

by Jessica Evans, Last updated: May 7, 2020

Remote Work Opportunities for Veterans & Military Spouses

Remote work from home opportunities are exceptionally useful during tough economic times. It offers the type of flexibility that is required of military spouses since there’s no way of ever knowing where the next duty station will be. Remote work also offers veterans the chance to explore new career choices while staying rooted in their forever … Read the Rest

by Jennifer Barnhill, Last updated: May 6, 2020

Military Spouse Employment OCONUS

Military spouse unemployment rates hover around 24%. However, this number does not account for the difficulties military spouses encounter when stationed overseas. Military spouse employment is significantly impacted by Status of Forces Agreements and complicated tax laws. We hope to shed some light on some of these complications to make the … Read the Rest

by Ryan Guina, Last updated: May 3, 2020

Assessing Your Life Insurance Needs

Disclosure: This article is sponsored by Navy Mutual. Changes in your life affect your life insurance needs going forward. Servicemembers’ Group Life Insurance (SGLI) might be more than sufficient when you’re young and single. But as you start your family and take on new obligations, your needs change. So, how can you choose the insurance … Read the Rest

by Ryan Guina, Last updated: April 21, 2020

2020 Economic Stimulus Checks – How Much & When You Will Receive Your Check

The government recently started issuing stimulus checks that were announced as part of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act, a $2.2 trillion stimulus package designed to shore up the economy in light of the coronavirus outbreak and mandatory social distancing. The Economic Impact Payments (stimulus Checks) will send up … Read the Rest

by Jessica Evans, Last updated: April 10, 2020

COVID-19 Military Community Updates – Where to Find the Information You Need

The military community is known for being adaptable, open to change, and quick to react. This is true during times of conflict and during challenging global issues, like dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic. Across all branches of the military, servicemembers, families, and retirees are learning to live within a new normal, and with that comes … Read the Rest

by Jessica Evans, Last updated: April 14, 2020

COVID-19 Medical Resources for Servicemembers

The COVID-19 Task Force at the White House, working in tandem with the Center for Disease Control (CDC) and other government agencies, has presented several guidelines that the entire military community should follow. Not only does this assist in force readiness, but it also ensures the wellbeing of the community at large. This page is simply a … Read the Rest

by Jessica Evans, Last updated: April 10, 2020

COVID-19 Financial Resources for the Military Community

COVID-19 is causing emotional, physical, and financial stress across the globe. However, military aid organizations exist to help connect servicemembers and their families to much-needed COVID-19 resources during this pandemic. As the number of infected servicemembers continues to grow, all relief organizations are ready to pivot to the specific … Read the Rest

by Ryan Guina, Last updated: May 27, 2020

VA Loan Calculator – Estimate Your Monthly Mortgage Payment and VA Funding Fee

Use this VA Loan Calculator to estimate your monthly mortgage payments. Simply insert your military status, purchase price, downpayment, and any tax and homeowner's insurance information, if you have that information handy. VA Loan Calculator VA Loan Type Home Purchase Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Cash-Out Refinance Manufactured Home … Read the Rest

by Kristi Muse, Last updated: March 24, 2020

The VA Denied My Disability Claim. How to Appeal a VA Benefits Decision

Filing a VA Benefits claim can be a complicated process that can take months, or even years, to resolve. And sometimes, the VA's decision doesn't go the way you want it to. Does the following sound familiar? You filed a claim for disability compensation with your Regional Office (RO) of Veterans Affairs. You logged on to the eBenefits … Read the Rest

DoD Stop Movement – COVID-19 Travel Restrictions Through June 30, 2020

Free Tax Filing and Preparation for Military Members

Proposed 2020 Military Pay Charts – Officer & Enlisted Pay Scales (3.1% Raise)

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