By Debbie Gregory. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is often praised for the education benefits given to those who have served. But just as important, the VA strives to help servicemembers, veterans, and eligible surviving spouses obtain veteran home loans so that they may become homeowners. An Interest Rate Reduction Refinancing Loan (IRRRL), often […]
By Debbie Gregory. The U.S. Army is working to provide more soldiers with civilian credentials so they can find jobs for veterans after they leave service in their fields. The “Soldier for Life” (SFL) program connects Army, governmental, and community efforts to build relationships that facilitate successful reintegration for soldiers, retired soldiers, veterans, and their […]
By Debbie Gregory. When separating from the military, service members have a number of options. For many, the best option is cashing in on their veteran education benefits via the Post 9/11 GI Bill. Unfortunately, for a number of veterans, failure to put safeguards in place can result in indebtedness to the VA. There are […]
By Debbie Gregory. One of the key perks to serving in the U.S. military is the GI Bill for obtaining a good education for veterans. Pre-planning how and when you will use your veteran education benefits will ultimately give you the best bang for your buck. There are a number of degree majors while you […]
By Debbie Gregory. There’s an app for everything. Sailors in the United States Navy may soon be relying on their smart phones to find their next duty assignment, take care of administrated related paperwork, and even request reenlistment. This is because the Navy is embarking on a massive information technology transformation. This system may launch […]
Guest Article and Post by Commander Wayne Leslie Johnson – Naval Officer and JAG – Retired. FEDERAL LAW AND REGULATIONS (AND SOME STATE LAWS) PROTECT ACTIVE DUTY, GUARD, AND RESERVE MILITARY PERSONNEL WHO ARE ATTENDING POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION SCHOOLS IF THEY HAVE TO MISS SCHOOL DUE TO MILITARY ORDERS. The federal law and regulation has the […]
By Debbie Gregory. Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary David Shulkin feels that Congress should provide him more disciplinary power to the VA when it comes to firing employees in certain situations. He is using a recent attempt to fire a pornography watching employee to demonstrate why. The House passed legislation March 16 that cuts the […]
By Debbie Gregory. The Unemployment Compensation for Ex-Servicemembers or UCX program provides benefits for eligible former military personnel. With approximately 40,000 active duty service members retiring each year, a significant number of them are in need of employment, who have not yet found work. They may be eligible for UCX based upon the amount of […]
By Debbie Gregory. When separating from the military, service members have a number of options. For many, the best option is cashing in on their veteran education benefits via the Post 9/11 GI Bill. Unfortunately, for a number of veterans, failure to place safeguards in place can result in indebtedness to the Veteran Administration (VA). […]
By Debbie Gregory. The Sea Services have a rich history, and there is much to be learned from history on multiple battles, strategies, tactics, leadership, values and traditions. To this end, the U.S. Navy is sponsoring an essay contest. Essay topics can include the study of the history of the United States Navy as well […]
