Practical advice for Navy families facing financial hardship after an unexpected PCS, including counseling, TSP loans, Marine Corps Society loans, and home sale strategies.
Worried about how credit card debt in collections affects your Navy OCS application and security clearance? This article covers the risks, mitigation steps, and recruiter advice.
When both spouses in a dual military marriage have dependents from previous relationships, only one can claim the with-dependents BAH rate. This article explains the policy, how to determine which...
As a retired Navy officer, I've seen many dual-military couples face the home-buying dilemma. This article breaks down the financial realities of buying near Hill AFB on two O-3 salaries, the risks...
A retired Navy officer shares strategies for managing household spending when a stay-at-home spouse handles daily purchases, focusing on allowances and open communication.
Learn how Temporary Lodging Expense (TLE) works before and after a PCS move, and why it's separate from house hunting leave. From a retired Navy officer.
Wondering if a Personally Procured Move (PPM) makes sense for a small household? Learn how to profit, avoid pitfalls, and save money on your next PCS.
Wondering if you can use an Airbnb during a PCS and get TLE reimbursement? Here's the gouge on CNAs, itemized receipts, and how to file your claim.
Before you leave the military, it pays to understand the GI Bill and VA disability benefits — and to set yourself up while you still can. This is based on my own experience and conversations with...