Career & Pay

On The Radar: Iran Update, Hegseth Under Fire, Proposed Pay Raise for Troops

Weekly military news roundup covering U.S.-Iran tensions with naval blockade, House Democrats introducing impeachment articles against Defense Secretary Pete...

The Ultimate Guide to Becoming an Army Sniper

While anyone who sets foot on a battlefield or in a warzone will face countless dangers worthy of fear or respect, there are a few individuals worthy of those...

2027 Military Pay Raise Proposal Hits 7% for Junior Enlisted, 5-6% for Everyone Else

The White House’s fiscal year 2027 budget request includes a proposed tiered military pay raise ranging from 5% to 7%, depending on rank. The structure is laid...

Combat Pay Explained: What the New Epic Fury Designations Mean for Your Paycheck and Taxes

If you or a family member is deployed in support of Operation Epic Fury - the U.S. military's ongoing campaign against Iranian military targets that began...

2026 Military Drill Pay: Your Comprehensive Guide & Breakdown

In the military, drill pay is one of the things that most members don’t really think about until they see that the numbers don’t line up. Some members might...

Chaplains Lose Rank Insignia: What This Means for Service Members

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has announced a set of reforms to the U.S. military’s Chaplain Corps, targeting both how chaplains are identified in uniform and...

Too Old to Enlist? Not Anymore — The Army Just Raised Its Age Limit to 42

Some say that 40 is the new 20, and now it seems that the Army might feel the same way. The Army is opening enlistment to a group it shut out years ago, and...

Coast Guard Pay Still Uncertain as House Rejects Senate-Passed DHS Funding Bill

Service members across the U.S. Coast Guard have been questioning the silence since February 14th. Not only has the unrelenting question of pay persisted...

On The Radar: New Boss for the Coast Guard, Trump Floats Sending National Guard to Airports, Army Raises Enlistment Age

Weekly military news roundup covering major developments: Senate confirms new DHS Secretary Mark Wayne Mullen as Coast Guard's civilian boss, President Trump...

Free Military Tax Prep: Filing Options That Help You Save More

Every year, people in the military community pay for services that are actually offered for free through programs provided specifically for them. Most Veterans...

Your Military Pay Doesn’t Match Your W-2. Here’s Why BAH And BAS Disappear At Tax Time

Your paycheck says one thing, your W-2 says another. Glancing at the numbers can give you the feeling that something is off. The Leave and Earnings Statements...

Is the Military Still a Good Career From 2026 and Beyond? A Realistic Look

Over 160,000 new recruits joined the U.S. military in 2025 alone — but is joining the military actually a good career move? You’ve probably heard completely...

Google Beam Is Headed to USO Centers. Here’s What Military Families Should Know

Any person who has spent time away from loved ones understands how extremely important phone calls and communication are. Distance may make the heart grow...

Marine Corps Swim Qualifications Are Getting Harder: What the New Water Survival Rules Mean

It’s sink or swim for the Marines as The Corps is tightening ship on its water survival standards as part of a larger effort to strengthen readiness in...

Return to Base: Steve Weintraub on VetTix & Post-Service Impact

Marine veteran Steve Weintraub, Chief Strategy Officer at VetTix, discusses his 32-year military career, transition from aviation to ground officer, and how...

Coast Guard Pay During DHS Shutdown

Coast Guard service members received their March 13th paycheck after days of uncertainty during DHS shutdown negotiations. The communication breakdown between...