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When I separated from Active Duty in 2006, I was like most veterans – ready for a change. I briefly considered joining the Guard or Reserves, but I got caught up with relocating to a new …
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If you are involuntarily separated from the military, you may be eligible for involuntary separation pay. Learn eligibility, rules, and how to calculate.
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Many military veterans aren't aware they are eligible to receive medical care through the VA.
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Military health care benefits are incredibly valuable. Unfortunately, unless you retire from the military, you usually cannot take those benefits with you when you leave the military. However, there are some programs that can help you …
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Thank you for subscribing to The Military Wallet newsletter, and more importantly, thank you for your service! Want to return to the Veterans Day Free Meals and Discounts? Click here. About Our Newsletter We sent about …
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If you use a VA Home Loan you might be required to pay VA Home Loan Funding Fees. Service connected disabilities may give you an exemption.
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Many military veterans struggle to find work after they separate from the military. There are many reasons for this. The economy is still in recovery mode, there may be a mismatch of skills between the veteran …
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Cash flow is king, or so the saying goes. Almost everyone that I’ve talked with has stated cash flow as a concern for their post-active duty life. It seems that a lot of these concerns boil …
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Previously, I’ve written articles comparing the Survivor Benefit Plan and the closest alternative, term life insurance. This article won’t rehash that discussion, but rather, it answers the question of how you go about getting term life …
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Military members, veterans, and Gold Star families can gain free access to all National Parks and federal recreation sites in the United States.
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Have you experienced hearing damage due to your military service from 2003 - 2015? If you used the Combat Arms Earplugs™, Version 2 (CAEv2) during this period, you may be eligible to file a lawsuit to …
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Active duty and Reserve retirement pay are calculated differently. This guide shows you how to calculate Guard and Reserve retirement pay based on your anticipated pay grade.
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