Mil Money

From managing your finances, to buying a new car or home, Mil Money provides advice to U.S. service members.

Here are the rules to get reimbursed for shipping a pet in 2024

DoD reimbursement for the costs of shipping a pet doesn't start until Jan. 1. In the meantime, military relief societies may be able to help.

2 weeks ago

Employment proposal may help military spouses, but it could hurt, too

Would giving military spouses USERRA protections help them, or discourage companies from hiring them?

3 weeks ago

Your Army

Nearly $2M available for military families in Guam after typhoon

Relief societies are providing grants to military, families in Guam for basic needs such as shelter, food and gas.

Thrift Savings Plan participants sue over access to funds

The TSP, which has some $800 billion in assets, announced a year ago that it was standing up a new system to improve customer service.

6 weeks ago

Credit union ready with military paycheck assistance if U.S. defaults

Credit union members must be participating in direct deposit, and must register for the program.

7 weeks ago

Another career logistician takes the helm of the commissary agency

The new director says he appreciates the impact of the commissary benefit on quality of life of troops and families.

7 weeks ago

Military exchange online shoppers can now buy Home Depot appliances

Eligible military shoppers can buy Home Depot appliances tax-free at the online exchange store and some exchanges on Army and Air Force installations.

8 weeks ago

How successful are military spouses in getting federal contracts?

Lawmakers want data on how many military spouse-owned businesses bid for, and win, federal contracts.

2 months ago

Could troops get a 100% housing allowance Jan. 1? What that would mean

Defense officials haven't made a decision about whether to restore the full housing allowance, but it could mean at least $100 extra a month for troops.

2 months ago

New Tricare dental rates take effect

Increases went into effect May 1.

2 months ago

Proposal would expand free credit monitoring to military families

More service members would get the free credit monitoring, and family members, too, if the proposal becomes law.

3 months ago

Expansion of commissary doorstep delivery program on hold, for now

Prices for home delivery in the commissary pilot program have more than quadrupled as officials try to find a way to make the program work.

3 months ago

Troops overseas to get stability in their cost of living allowance

New law limits reductions to overseas COLA to no more than once every six months.

3 months ago

Last-minute tax tips: Changes and resources for military members

Use the free tax assistance available on some military installations, or the free tax software and tax consultants available through Military OneSource.

3 months ago

Making a military move? The road may be bumpy; these tips will help

The rules for making a PCS move have improved in relation to replacement costs for lost or damaged goods and the handling of certain items.

3 months ago

Hawaii civilians don’t owe taxes on Red Hill reimbursements, IRS says

Some civilians, including some military retirees, would have been on the hook for thousands of dollars in taxes.

3 months ago

More troops will soon be eligible for Basic Needs Allowance

Will DoD reconsider including BAH in income calculations for the Basic Needs Allowance eligibility?

3 months ago

DoD to offer tax-saving child care accounts, other benefits for troops

Defense officials have announced measures to address family needs in child care, parental leave, education and career advancement for military spouses.

4 months ago

Commissary director to leave post March 31

When he was hired more than two year's ago, Bill Moore's mandate was to bring the stores 'into the 21st century.'

4 months ago