Because active duty service members often travel for work, they’re regular customers at self-storage facilities. But did you know there are special rules when you’re renting out self-storage units to military members? We’ll discuss basic rules self-storage operators should know about. It’ll give you a better idea on how to navigate as an operator or…
Military spouses are provided plenty of exciting benefits to make it easier for them to lead fulfilling lives with their service member partners. Aside from the federal law Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA) and Education Improvement Act, among the most attractive benefits provided to spouses is the Military Spouse Licensing Act. What is this law,…
When you file a lawsuit in Maryland, you may eventually have to secure a non-military affidavit. This legal requirement can spare you from potential fees or further legal troubles. What is it, and what’s its purpose? This article can give you a better idea of how to proceed in the state. If you suspect someone…
Military spouses have to move around a lot to accompany the military member they married, and this constant movement requires a lot of effort. Fortunately, laws like the SCRA or Servicemembers Civil Relief Act and the MSRRA or Military Spouses Residency Relief Act exist to make the transitions easier. We’ll zero in on the MSRRA…
Following proper protocol is a must in the military, and there are instances wherein one needs to present a military affidavit. What is this affidavit, and what purpose does it serve? We’ll provide some clarification in this article. What is a Military Affidavit? A military affidavit is a legal document that shows one’s active duty…
Here’s an interesting statistic: the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) will have a whopping budget of $369.3 billion in 2025. Given how much money the government allocates to veterans, what kind of benefits will trickle down to family members? Before anything else, it must be highlighted that only a veteran or service member with an…
Here’s an interesting, fun fact: the United States military has two million active duty personnel. Those who render military service are given impressive benefits, including healthcare, home loans, life insurance, and education benefits. While your pay grade determines how much you’re compensated, the branch of the military you choose can impact your life in various…
Service members incur different types of debt just like civilians. Select types of debt can be automatically deducted from a military member’s pay, but only select debt that falls under federal law’s rules and regulations. The proper protocol should always be followed to safeguard one’s military pay. While military members may be liable to pay…
The Department of Defense reported that over 111,000 military members are in dual-military marriages or situations in which both spouses are in the Armed Forces. These military couples account for one percent of all active duty service members. Because the situation is quite rare, these dual-military couples face unique challenges that make balancing their professional…
The United States Armed Forces has naturalized more than 170,000 service members since 2002. Interestingly, the number of naturalized service members increased between 2019 and 2023, with 40,000 military members becoming American citizens within the continental U.S. and abroad. This rise in naturalization through military or naval service demonstrates the incredible opportunities of serving the…