Military spouses face many challenges, so it’s nice to have benefits to balance the scale. Spouses can find many advantages ranging from educational benefits to employment opportunities. Many programs are provided automatically upon entrance to military service or marriage to a service member. Listed below are 5 top benefits not provided automatically, but available to…
Military retirement marks a point in transitioning that requires a bit more planning and preparation than other milestones. Luckily, the military is on your side and does its best to prepare military and families for that ultimate transition to civilian life: military retirement. After all, it has likely been at least 20 years since families of…
All branches of military services have revamped programs to ensure that families are provided with a variety of excellent support for children, spouses and other dependents. Here is a list of the many benefits provided to families who live on military bases. Teenage youth centers with after school homework help and other activities Taxi services…
The Medal of Honor (MoH) is the highest military medal a service member can earn. Created in the wake of the Civil War, the Medal of Honor is awarded to those who risk their lives above and beyond the call of duty in “actual combat” against an armed enemy of the United States. There is…
Military spouses determining their military benefits after divorce face a complex process of understanding both civil code and military regulations. It is best for spouses to familiarize themselves with these matters before getting divorced, if possible, and to seek legal counsel for assistance. Health Benefits – Unremarried Former Military Spouses – No Length of Time…
The Department of Veterans Affairs does not award compensation automatically, a review of the veteran’s health, medical records, medical history with the claimed condition, and related factors will all play a part in that review. The veteran is responsible for scheduling a claims appointment. This can be done as part of final out processing, but…
The military’s Morale, Welfare, and Recreation centers are responsible for most activities that are offered on almost all military installments. A few of the services that the MWR are in charge of include: The vision of the MWR Benefits is to create and be a team of professionals who provide soldiers and their families excellent…
As a veteran, taking advantage of educational benefits available to you is a great way to successfully transition back to civilian life and work toward your long-term goals. From college classes to on-the-job training, many educational opportunities await you and your family—as do a wide range of benefits to help fund those opportunities. Here’s how…
The VA home loan program has been around for seven decades. This long-cherished benefit has backed more than 24 million military mortgages since 1944. But in many ways, it’s more important today than ever before. Many lenders tightened their lending requirements after the housing market collapse. Access to credit is starting to loosen, but it’s…
Besides the advantage of requiring no down payment for qualified VA borrowers, there’s also a distinct advantage for the borrower regarding closing costs. The veteran is limited to the types of closing costs that may be paid, helping the veteran save money at the closing table. But if there are costs associated with a VA…
