JULY 30, 2018, Camp Pendleton, CA - The Marine Corps is spending $136 million in reenlistment bonuses and other incentives to help retain Marines for multiple military occupational specialties (MOS) during fiscal year 2019. Marines in certain MOS’s may be eligible for an early re-enlistment kicker, which is a $10,000 lump sum paid to a Marine in addition to his/her MOS’s ind … [Read more...]
Improving Financial Stability Strengthens Army Readiness
FEBRUARY 23, 2018, Grafenwoehr, Germany - Financial instability and debt resulting in marital problems, loss of security clearance or even suicide degrade mission readiness. But there are fixes. "Soldiers' top priority is to maintain their deployability," said Command Sgt. Maj Mike Sutterfield, U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria's command sergeant major. Being ready to go to … [Read more...]
Free Tax Filing Software Available to Military Members
JANUARY 19, 2018, Washington D.C. - ’Tis the season -- for taxes! With the new year bringing a new tax season, Military OneSource has launched its free tax software to support military members and their families in the annual task of filing. The MilTax software is available through the Military OneSource website, and walks military families through a variety of filing s … [Read more...]
Bankruptcy & Debt in the Canadian Military
Debt is a common thing in many people's lives. This phenomenon also expands to the Canadian Armed Forces members as members of the military are also ordinary, everyday people. Unfortunately, many members of the Armed Forces get trapped in the debt cycle. Debt can cause many problems in daily life and for our soldiers fighting for our freedoms. How Does Debt Impact My … [Read more...]
Exchange Offers MILITARY STAR® Cardholders Double Points, Other Exclusive Savings This Veterans Day
NOVEMBER 9, 2017, Dallas, TX – Army & Air Force Exchange Service shoppers can enjoy special savings and double rewards points when they shop with their MILITARY STAR® card this Veterans Day weekend. From Nov. 10 to 11, points earned on MILITARY STAR purchases will increase from 2 to 4 points per dollar. After accumulating 2,000 points, the cardholder will automatically re … [Read more...]