Mil Money

From managing your finances, to buying a new car or home, Mil Money provides advice to U.S. service members.

How to use VA disability benefits to pay for dependents’ education

DEA benefits can be a smart way to pay for dependents' schooling.

4 days ago

Very few low-income troops eligible for Basic Needs Allowance so far

"DoD’s implementation of this benefit is inconsistent with congressional intent," said one military family advocate.

9 days ago

Your Military

Troops earn more than civilians but are more likely to go hungry

The data suggest things that researchers just don't understand at this point.

Military spouses can now apply for ‘game changing’ employment program

DoD is paying spouses' salaries for a 12-week fellowship with private companies during the three-year pilot program.

3 weeks ago

More pharmacies rejoin Tricare network. Are there enough?

An additional 4,356 independent pharmacies will rejoin the Tricare retail pharmacy network, effective Jan. 15.

3 weeks ago

It’s official: Military spouses to get employment relief after moving

There are more than 132,000 active-duty spouses in occupations that require licensing.

4 weeks ago

Are spouses’ problems with license portability about to be solved?

A law awaiting the president's signature would make it easier for 132,000 active duty spouses to transfer their professional licenses when they PCS.

4 weeks ago

Roadblocks cleared for $6.2 billion reform of household goods moves

The transition is under way, but moves under the new system won't start until after this summer's peak season.

4 weeks ago

Military stores not immune to shortages of kids’ over-the-counter meds

While Army and Air Force Exchange Service stores are well-stocked, other exchange commands and commissaries report strains in their supply.

5 weeks ago

Congress approves construction of 14 more military child care centers

Congress wants to provide more child care for troops, but it will take time.

7 weeks ago

Historic boost in troops’ housing allowance set for 2023

As housing costs rise, troops will get the largest percentage increase in BAH in at least 15 years.

7 weeks ago

Lawmakers boost number of military families getting new allowance

Housing allowances will still bump most troops from qualifying for the new Basic Needs Allowance.

8 weeks ago

Troops are missing out on key interest rate savings, report finds

Fewer than 1 in 10 activated Guard and reserve members received an interest rate reduction on their eligible auto loans.

8 weeks ago

Troops to get historic boost in food allowance

Basic Allowance for Subsistence will see the biggest increase in more than 20 years.

9 weeks ago

Allowance for the most at-risk military families begins to take shape

Fewer military families may qualify for the stipend because their housing allowances will count as income,

2 months ago

Today’s ‘Battle of military relief societies’ helps troops, families

A Giving Tuesday donation to the military relief society of choice will be doubled today, helping troops and their families.

2 months ago

Black vets earn more than civilian peers, but not as much as whites

While military service hurts career earnings for white men, it provides a significant benefit to other groups.

3 months ago

Tricare fee increases for 2023 revealed

Tricare costs are going up for some, depending on the beneficiary's status.

3 months ago

Veterans Day freebies await, from doughnuts to gym memberships

Every dollar — and every gesture of appreciation — counts for veterans.

3 months ago

Feds to vets: Beware of scammers charging you to file for benefits

'These companies are making millions off of our veterans.'

3 months ago