January 2011 When your loved one is serving overseas, it is always difficult. However, when holidays roll around, the separation is even harder to deal with and especially when that holiday revolves around being a couple. Many spouses dread February 14 showing up on the calendar. Not only are they alone, they are also surrounded by other couples who are very obviously together … [Read more...]
Military Tax Time
Filing taxes when serving in the military can be a complicated process. Often the military member and spouse are living in a different state (or even country) than their official state of residence. Not to mention, if the military member was deployed during the year, certain parts of his pay will not be taxable. Couple that with allowances received year-round that are … [Read more...]
Basic Training Graduation Tips
* Updated January 2016 January 2011 - When your recruit graduates from basic training, it is an occasion that the entire family should be there to see. It is an important day in his life and signifies an accomplishment that should not go unnoticed by others. If at all possible, strive to be there for his first graduation ceremony in the military. Follow these tips to make … [Read more...]
Commissioned Officer Basic Pay Rates (FY2011)
The pay charts below reflect a 1.4% pay raise and show MONTHLY pay for Officers in the Military. Members are paid twice a month on the first and fifteenth, therefore you will receive half of the amount listed below on each payday. The pay scales below are for active duty in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard and National Guard. Commissioned Officer Basic … [Read more...]
Warrant Officer Basic Pay Rates (FY2011)
The charts below reflect a 1.4% pay raise and show MONTHLY pay, therefore, you would receive 1/2 of this on each payday. Active duty service members are paid twice per month, on the 1st and the 15th of each month. The pay scales below are for active duty in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard and National Guard. Warrant Officer Basic Pay Rates … [Read more...]