Military Report

You'll Be Able To Get A Bigger VA Loan In 2019

VA loan limits will be increasing for 2019, giving veterans who plan to use the benefit cash that keeps pace with the cost of housing.

Veterans Pension Rates Updated for 2019

For more details, and to see the latest pension updates for 2019, see this Military.com benefits article.

Featured Discount: 10% off Apple for Military & Veterans

A new Apple discount announced this week gives veterans, military members and their immediate families 10 percent off iPhones, iPads and Apple Watches.

5 Ways to Build a Winning Financial Playbook

In honor of last week's Army-Navy game, we're creating our own playbook — your strategy for making the most of your money, depending on your needs and strengths.

Is SGLI Enough? Get $100k Coverage as Low as $7 a Month

Because tomorrow is never guaranteed, protect your family’s future now. It's quick, affordable and gives you peace of mind.

Search Jobs at Chevron — Vets Wanted

Chevron is hiring veterans. See why Chevron is a great place for veterans and find your next career.

VA Secretary Promises Full GI Bill Housing Benefits Payments

VA Secretary Robert Wilkie promised restoration of all GI Bill housing benefits in a recent statement.

Tired of Wasting Money on TRICARE Out of Pocket Costs?

Get a TRICARE supplement that pays your cost shares and can pay 100% of covered excess charges.

The Bush Family's Notable History of Service

Former President George H.W. Bush's ties to World War I were strong.

AF Reactivates 308th Fighter Squadron

The Air Force 308th Fighter Squadron was reactivated in a ceremony at Luke Air Force Base, Nov. 30.

Exchange Offers 2018 Holiday Price Guarantee

The Army & Air Force Exchange Service is offering an extended price guarantee this holiday season.

2019 Clothing Allowance

Clothing allowance rates have been updated for 2019. For the full scoop, see this Military.com benefits article.

Treating Veterans with Ecstasy

MDMA, the active ingredient in the recreational drug ecstasy, has shown great promise in the treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder.

Navy Seeks Volunteers for Data Challenge

The Navy is seeking Navy workforce volunteers to form a challenge team that will develop solutions impacting the future of Navy readiness.

Coping with Trauma 'Anniversaries'

Do you remember the actual date of a personal trauma? Here are several strategies to try and cope with an 'anniversary reaction".

'Blue Button' Health Record System Getting Update

An update to the computer program behind the VA "Blue Button" health record sharing system will make it more accessible to physicians outside the VA.

2019 Survivor's Pension Rates

The VA Death Pension is a tax-free benefit for low-income orphans and widows of deceased wartime veterans. For the updated pension rates for 2019, see this Military.com article.

AF Rolls Out New Education Program

Air University's newest effort to revitalize squadron-level learning has debuted across the Air Force with the Flight Commander's Edge program.

Navy Exams Coming

The Navy-Wide Advancement Exams are approaching, so it's time to break out your study material.

Mental Health Care Available Downrange

Deployed mental health providers provide one-on-one counseling or targeted interventions downrange.

Exchange Sponsors 2018 Holiday Contest

The Army & Air Force Exchange Service is inviting military shoppers to share photos of their pets decked in their holiday finest for a chance to win $3,000 in gift cards.

Know Your Options for Blended Retirement

The opt-in deadline for the Blended Retirement System (BRS) is December 31, 2018.

Navy Exchange Offers Awards to Students

The Navy Exchange Service Command's (NEXCOM) A-OK Student Reward Program allows all qualified students to participate in a quarterly drawing for monetary awards.

AF Hosting Recruiting Roadshows

The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) is holding recruiting events that introduce potential employees to AFLCMC's mission.

Navy Issues New Requirements for Watchstanders

The commander, Naval Surface Force (CNSF), has approved the new Surface Warfare Watchstander Proficiency Requirements Instruction.

Tricare Emergency in Alaska

Emergency procedures in place in all counties in Alaska due to the Nov. 30 earthquake.

WWI Commemorative Silver Dollar Available

The U.S. Mint's 2018 World War I Commemorative Silver Dollar is a collectible coin that is only available for another three weeks.

Exchange Expands 2018 Layaway

The Army & Air Force Exchange Service is expanding its layaway program to include computers and laptops.

AF Studies Vulture Strikes on Aircraft

The Air Force is researching black vultures around Martinsburg, West Virginia, to mitigate potential aviation hazards. Black vulture aircraft strikes have cost the Air Force more than $75 million.

Contribute to Military Memorial Database

The American Legion wants your help documenting memorials or monuments in your community.

WWI Documentary Screening for Two Days

The poignant WWI documentary 'They Shall Not Grow Old' will be shown in select cinemas on December 17 and 27.

Remembering the Fallen with Wreaths Across America

On Dec. 15, all 7,300 graves at the Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Waupaca will be marked with a wreath.

TeleMOVE! Matches Veterans with Home Health Services

TeleMOVE! matches veterans with a VA Care Coordinator and at-home health monitoring technologies that best fit their needs.

VA Telecounseling Service for Vocational Rehab

Veterans nationwide have access to more than 1,000 Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors (VRC) via 'telecounseling,' or virtual communication.