MARCH 8, 2019, Camp Pendleton, CA - With the 2019 tax season underway, Camp Pendleton is warning service members to be aware of tax preparation companies that may hide behind clever military titles and trick them into signing up for services they do not want. Recently, upon recommendation of the MCI –West Armed Forces Disciplinary Control Board (AFDCB), the Commanding … [Read more...]
Military Saves Week 2019
FEBRUARY 25, 2019 - Military Saves is an initiative of America Saves, a partner of the U.S. Department of Defense Financial Readiness Campaign. The observance is focused on the financial readiness of military members and their Families. The theme for Military Saves Week, observed from Feb. 25 through Mar. 2, 2019, is Start Small. Think Big. The week is an opportunity for the … [Read more...]
Financial Readiness: It Makes Cents
FEBRUARY 22, 2019 - Financial readiness prepares Airmen for more than just paying their bills on time. It enables Airmen to plan for the future in addition to removing financial distractions that may hamper their ability to support the Air Force mission. When thinking about the Air Force mission, finances may not be the first thing that comes to mind. However, with recent … [Read more...]
Don’t Let Criminals Steal Your Tax Return
FEBRUARY 20, 2019, Fort Knox, KY – In 2018, the Internal Revenue Service reported a surge in phone scamming during the income tax return season and are again cautioning filers not to be fooled by criminals. On their website, the IRS lists scam phone calls near the top of its annual “Dirty Dozen” list of tax cons. The officer in charge of Fort Knox’s Tax Center, Capt. Thomas … [Read more...]
Federal Tax Changes for Military, Spouses
JANUARY 28, 2019 - Most service members and their families will see a reduction in their tax bills this year, but there are a number of changes in U.S. federal tax laws that they need to be aware of, said Army Lt. Col. Dave Dulaney, the executive director of the Pentagon’s Armed Forces Tax Council. “The last tax year has been quite exciting with all the changes that were … [Read more...]