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

Military aid societies battle for bragging rights on Giving Tuesday

The relief societies are competing to see who can raise the most donations in a single day.

2 days ago

‘A victory for all military spouses’ in court fight over job license

The lawsuit victory sets a precedent for other military spouses facing problems with job license portability.

9 days ago

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App for ‘subletting’ child care slots expands to all Air Force bases

Families can save money by 'renting' their child care slot when they'll be away, and other families get needed short-term child care.

Open season is here for Tricare, dental and new child care accounts

Here's what you need to know about the open seasons for Tricare, dependent care spending accounts, and dental and vision plans.

2 weeks ago

Privatized military housing at Fort Meade, Md.

Will DoD’s plan to improve quality of life be different this time?

No more 'end-stating,' said the general in charge of quality-of-life programs in the Army.

2 weeks ago

Here are your new Tricare rates for 2024

Generally, if you paid out of pocket for Tricare this year, you'll be paying more in 2024.

3 weeks ago

Children greet war veterans arriving for ceremony at the Pegasus Bridge memorial in Benouville, Normandy, Monday June 5, 2023.

From pancakes to pizza, Veterans Day deals can save you some dough

Every dollar — and every gesture of appreciation — counts for veterans.

3 weeks ago

Troops’ best defense against fraud is in jeopardy, advocates warn

“The thought of CFPB going away is frightening,” one advocate told senators.

4 weeks ago

Thrift Savings Plan rule change aimed at spurring savings growth

The Federal Employees Retirement System provides benefits from a Basic Benefit Plan, Social Security and the Thrift Savings Plan.

4 weeks ago

Saving money: Enrollment starts soon for this new military benefit

Here's how the new dependent care flexible spending accounts will work for military families.

5 weeks ago

Do these computers sold at Navy Exchanges pose a cyber threat?

Lawmakers say the exchange shouldn't sell the computers to service members or incentivize "purchases with tax-free, discounted prices."

8 weeks ago

Child care fees plunge for many military families

The cost of child care is going down for many military families. In some cases they will be paying 30% to 40% less.

2 months ago

Federal, military credit unions offer shutdown financial assistance

Senate Democratic leaders and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif., face a looming Oct. 1 deadline to avoid a government shutdown

3 months ago

Military pay could be a casualty of looming government shutdown

Lawmakers are warning that a political budget fight could have severe financial consequences for troops and their dependents.

3 months ago

Rates for Tricare premium plans on the rise again

Increase in rates for Tricare Young Adult Prime is especially stunning, one advocate says.

3 months ago

Military families stretch their grocery dollars with September deals

Baby products, toilet paper, cleaning products, pet food, and more will be offered at extra savings at commissaries in September.

3 months ago

New program accelerates military spouses’ job opportunities

Nearly three-fourths of spouses in the program have been hired by their employer who hosted their fellowship. More employers are needed.

3 months ago

Blended Retirement System is helping troops prepare for their future

Five years into the new Blended Retirement System, troops' retirement stashes are growing.

4 months ago

Some on-post kiosks offer sushi, salads and more where troops live

Commissaries are plumping up their selections of healthy foods, and working to get the items closer to where troops live and work.

4 months ago