The 2020 military pay increase is currently proposed at 3.1%, which the DoD labels “the largest in a decade”. The proposed pay increase is part of the Fiscal Year 2020 Budget request sent by President Trump to Congress. Congress and the president still must approve and pass the increase into law. New pay rates are…
The Apple Military Discount is a program provided by Apple for active duty, veterans, U.S. Military, National Guard and Reserve and the family members who reside in the same household. The Apple military discount is 10% on most products. Visit the Apple Military Discount Website or visit and order from any U.S. Apple retail store, at an…
There are a few routes for early separation from active duty Some of the U.S. armed services allow personnel to request early separation to serve in the National Guard or Active Reserves. The other active duty services occasionally will allow you to request a discharge from active duty to serve in the Guard or Reserves…
Learn about the benefits for family members of fallen military Family members of military personnel who die while serving on active duty, active duty for training (ADT), or initial duty training (IDT) may be eligible for several federal benefits, privileges or entitlements. When a family is notified of the death of an active duty military member, they are…
Those that serve in the Armed Services (and by connection, their families) sacrifice much in the name of the Greater Good. And though it seems nearly impossible to thank them for that, retailers have at least adopted the practice of offering special discounts to servicemen and women and immediate family members in an effort to…
“Recognizing your commitment with one of our own.” The men and women of the U.S. Military are devoted to giving their all in the line of duty. In recognition of this bravery, the GM Military Discount is their promise to give service members the vehicle savings they deserve. Read on to start saving hundreds, even…
From PCS moves to vacations to cross-country trips to visit friends and relatives, military families rarely stay put for long. That’s why we’re always on the lookout for cheap places to stay during those times when we’re not at home. Here are some great deals for military families to find cheap lodging on the go: Installation Lodging…
Military families are always on the go. That’s why they’re always on the lookout for cheap airline flights to make travel easier on their bank accounts. One cheap way to fly is Space Available, or Space A. However, these flights frequently change and seats aren’t always available, so your schedule has to be very flexible….
College Funding Assistance Comes from State Programs The men and women who serve in the United States Military make remarkable sacrifices for their country. But the sacrifices of their families, particularly their children, often get overlooked. Children with a parent in the military may spend much of their childhood with an absent mother or father….
