Benefits

Navigating the many military benefits can be daunting and confusing. The following are our latest articles relating to military benefits news along with articles to assist active duty, veteran and retired service members and their families.

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Military Life Insurance - SGLI

SGLI is a program of low cost group life insurance available to all members of the Uniformed Services.

Movers deliver household goods for a Navy family at Ford Island, Pearl Harbor. (Photo: U.S. Navy)

Are Interest-only Home Loans Good For Military Families?

Interest-only home loans may not be for everyone, but there are times when they are an appropriate choice for military...

Lt. Col. Antonio Copeland receives his certificate of retirement from Maj. Gen. Pete Johnson, U.S. Army Pacific deputy commanding general-south, during a celebration of service ceremony. (U.S. Army/Justin Silvers)

How Long Does a Retiree Qualify for a Final PCS?

When is the last possible date retirees can make a final PCS? I heard that you can ask for a yearly extension forever.

VA Home Loan: Are You Eligible?

There are five categories for VA home loan eligibility, based on your military service. Do you meet the criteria?

VA Suspends Debt Collection Again

The debt collection suspension began in April 2020.

The VA Loan Closing: What to Expect

Securing a house requires a stream of paperwork and collaboration. You know it will end soon, but do you know how it will end...

Can You Borrow More Than Your Home Is Worth?

That question is answered both by how much your monthly payments will be compared to how much you make each month.

A soldier and his family sits on the front stoop. (Photo: U.S. Army)

VA Loan Eligibility for Surviving Spouses

Surviving spouses may be eligible for the VA loan benefit

Program Provides Mentors for Separating Military Members

Similar to the PCS sponsorship program, this new pilot program helps veterans adjust to civilian life

Forms Needed for IRRRL Submission

The following loan documentation, in sequence, must be submitted under the IRRRL procedure.

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Medical students at the Uniformed Services University perform drills.

Storm Brewing over Departure of US Military's Medical School President

Supporters say the non-renewal of the president's contract is a political move, and they are raising concerns over the pick...

The Sierra Nevada MC-145B Wily Coyote, which is similar to the Air Force’s C-145 Combat Coyote pictured here, is one of five candidates for the Armed Overwatch program. (Senior Airman Blake Wiles/U.S. Air Force)

Special Operations Command Eyes Four Squadrons of Armed Overwatch Aircraft

SOCOM commander Gen. Richard Clarke said each squadron would be made up of 15 aircraft, and he expects one would be deployed...

Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Mark Milley answers questions from the media.

Joint Chiefs Chair Dodges Questions on Trump, Coup Concerns and Nazis

Chairman of the Joint Chiefs Gen. Mark Milley refused to address a book alleging he was concerned that Donald Trump might...

Sign for Lincoln Military Housing at Camp Pendleton. (U.S. Marine Corps/ Lance Cpl. Michelle S. Mattei)

Check Your Policy: A Marine Family's $14K Bill for Base Housing Damage

A major insurer has changed its policy on liability coverage for military housing tenants after a Camp Pendleton family...

Brig. Gen. Stephen J. Maranian delivers a speech.

Army Reinstates War College Commandant After Sexual Contact Investigation

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