One of the great benefits of today's military is Leave. The Leave program is designed to allow service members to use their authorized leave to the maximum extent possible. The leave program allows service members to relieve the pressure and stress of today's military duty by being able to spend time with families, take care of emergencies and just relax and recuperate. There … [Read more...]
Moving and Relocation Allowance
The military pays for the transportation of household goods during a permanent change-of-station move. In addition, a Temporary Lodging Allowance covers the cost of temporary housing at the beginning and end of a move. To further offset moving costs, a Dislocation Allowance is also granted for permanent change-of-station moves. Moving-In Housing Allowance (MIHA) Temporary … [Read more...]
Servicemembers Group Life Insurance (SGLI)
Servicemembers Group Life Insurance is the life insurance provided to those who serve in the military. The coverage can also be extended to dependents. SGLI is a very affordable program that is available to active duty as well as National Guard. The cost for servicemembers is $.065 per every $1,000 in coverage. For those serving, coverage is available in $50,000 increments up … [Read more...]
Overseas Housing Allowance (OHA)
The Overseas Housing Allowance (OHA) enables military members assigned overseas to privately lease housing on the economy. This program encompasses a reimbursement system designed to partially defray housing costs when on-base or government leased housing is not available. OHA is paid to approximately 60,000 members overseas at a yearly cost of $1.8 billion. The Overseas … [Read more...]
Family Subsistence Supplemental Allowance
Family Subsistence Supplemental Allowance (FSSA) program is a voluntary financial benefits program for military families, intended to increase a service member's income in order to remove their household from eligibility for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits (formerly the food stamp program). » Current FSSA Rates FSSA was established May 1, … [Read more...]