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To help offset the skyrocketing costs to rent or purchase a home, the Department of Defense announced a 5.4% national average rate increase for Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH). This rate will be applied to all military branches starting on January 1, 2024. Although 5.4% does not appear significant compared to past BAH raises, it’s […]
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Ahead of Veterans Day in 2024, we compiled a list of businesses that offer veterans and military discounts to service members, retired military, veterans, spouses and their families. These are from 2023, however, many chains you see repeat similar types of discounts each year. Be sure to check back, as we continue to update and […]
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The card_name’s unique combination of dining and grocery bonus points, generous credits, and nice-to-have perks makes it one of the best credit cards for military members and veterans, especially for those who are eligible for military protections. Now, a new “refresh” brings more statement credits and updates to existing perks in exchange for an increased […]
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Looking forward to 2024, service members of the U.S. Army, Air Force, Marine Corps, Navy, and Space Force will receive a 3.4% Basic Allowance for Subsistence (BAS) increase. This raise will go into effect on January 1, 2024. With that additional 3.4%, officers are projected to be given $322.28 a month, and enlisted service members […]
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A 5.2% military pay will go into effect on January 1, 2024. It’s part of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The pay increase is the largest jump in pay for service members and civilian defense employees in 20 years. According to a House version of the NDAA, Service members in the Air Force, Army, […]
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Topping last year’s record pay raise of 4.6%, the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for 2024 provides a 5.2% increase for military members across all branches. The 2024 Department of Defense (DoD) Budget approved for military members to receive this raise, among other allowance increases. This 5.2% addition is expected to be a much-welcomed raise, […]
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The card_name offers a flat 1.5% cash back on all purchases with a $0 annual fee. It also offers a 0% intro APR on purchases and balance transfers for 15 months with a reg_apr,reg_apr_type APR after that. Rewards are easy to track and accumulate because there are no bonus or rotating categories to monitor or […]
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The card_name is one of the most popular credit cards on the market. That’s because it offers several noteworthy travel-related perks ranging from a generous sign-up bonus and point accruals for travel and everyday purchases to several ancillary benefits that will enhance a veteran’s travel experience. The rewards are easy to earn, and redemption is […]
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Bass Pro Shops was founded in 1972 by an avid young angler named Johnny Morris in the back of his father’s liquor store in Springfield, Missouri. Today, this leading national outdoor gear and apparel retailer has almost 200 retail and marine center locations across North America. It has merged with Cabela’s, and both offer a […]
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If you are looking for a home and want to reduce your out-of-pocket costs for the loan, getting down payment assistance can help. There are four basic types of down payment help offered to borrowers who need it. One type is a grant or down payment gift which is not to be repaid. Other down […]
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