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Space-A Travel: travel light, travel often, travel for nearly nothing!

Space Available Travel, more commonly referred to as 'Space-A' is one of the unique benefits available to military members and… Read More

SOFA

Military Spouses should be familiar with SOFA stamps and no-fee government passports, especially if you plan on PCS'ing overseas. SOFA… Read More

Social Media-Information Highway

Most services have social media guidelines, but no established rules. The guidelines provided are designed primarily to avoid service members… Read More

Restaurants: Food for the Soul and Pocketbook

We all love to eat, right?!  And sometimes it feels like a mini-vacation to find the time between busy schedules… Read More

Pets: Fido and Fi-don’t

If you choose to live on base, your pets will have to meet certain criteria.  All pets must be micro-chipped… Read More

PCS Move: Your Way or the Highway

The PCS move is one of the most stressful military events primarily for two reasons: moving is stressful; and most… Read More

Pay Allowances

With so many acronyms and various allowances, it can be confusing to keep track of everything you might need to… Read More

Overseas Options and Details

If you and your spouse are assigned to an installation overseas, you might be filled with a range of emotions-from… Read More

MORAL, WELFARE AND RECREATION: Supporting Your Mind and Body

Military life does not have to be all work and no play!  In fact, there are programs that encourage healthy… Read More

Military Discounts: Helping Those Who Serve, Save

We love companies that support us, so why don't we give back to those that give to us?  Many companies… Read More

INSURANCE OPTIONS

One thing almost everybody knows about the military is that there are great financial benefits. Unfortunately, it can be hard… Read More

On Base or Off? That Is The Question.

There are a variety of housing options the service member may consider if s/he is single, but for you, your… Read More

Family Readiness: Be Prepared And Make Friends Along the Way

The military has recently established a formal family readiness program. Each unit in the Navy and Marine Corps has a… Read More

Emergency Options: Be Prepared!

If you find yourself in an emergency situation while in the military, there are a number of organizations available to… Read More

Down to Business: Wills and Taxes, Important Next Steps

Now that you're getting settled in to military life, there are a few other essential steps you and your spouse… Read More

DENTAL INSURANCE: Bright Smiles, Sunny Options

The TRICARE Dental Program is an essential benefit available to military spouses.  Managed by Metropolitan Life Insurance Company (MetLife), the… Read More

Customs and Traditions of the Military

With so many customs and traditions associated with your spouses' career, it can feel difficult to keep track of everything. … Read More

Child Development Centers: Support for Your Children

Being a new military spouse might feel overwhelming enough, but what if you add children into the mix?  Don't fear!… Read More