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…
Handling child custody arrangements can be challenging, and the process can intensify when one or both parents are in the military. Military life can be unpredictable with deployments within the country and abroad, so sharing parental responsibilities can be complex. If you’re a military parent, you should familiarize yourself with child custody laws that may…
Getting called to court can be a stressful experience, but this process can be more complex if one of the involved parties is an active duty service member. Military members are often called to deployment overseas and across the country, making it more challenging to show up to court proceedings. Fortunately, military personnel are afforded…
All landlords who offer rental properties to military customers, specifically active-duty service members, must learn and understand the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA). This federal law provides legal and financial protections to military members who render active-duty service. Why is it integral for landlords to understand the SCRA? Military tenants are provided legal protections to…
Did you know over 1.3 million active duty military personnel are stationed within the country and overseas? While being an active duty service member grants you many privileges, it doesn’t exempt you from paying federal income taxes. However, there may be instances where your military pay isn’t subject to federal income tax. Our Armed Forces…
The Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA) is designed to help active-duty service members focus on their duties by offering legal and financial protections that assist in balancing their military and personal lives. But who is eligible for SCRA protections? Does every military service member qualify for these benefits? In this guide, we’ll explore who is…