The Paycheck Chronicles

I know that this is super-duper, ridiculously early, but I wanted to answer some questions about the next military payday.  The next regular, active duty military payday is Friday, 30 November … [Read more...]

The number one sequestration/fiscal cliff question of currently serving, retired and disabled veteran service members is:  Will we still get paid?  The short answer is:  Yes, your pay, retired pay, … [Read more...]

So, this whole fiscal cliff conversation is talking about big numbers.  Millions, billions, even trillions.  I sure can't imagine a trillion dollars, or even a billion dollars.   A … [Read more...]

Many of us have ridden on airplanes, where the flight attendant instructions always include a part about putting on your own air mask before helping others.   It only makes sense:  you can't help … [Read more...]

It is amazing how many letters I get from military spouses who haven't been given the opportunity to learn anything about the military or it's benefits.Here's one letter from last year: Hello, I … [Read more...]

We've all heard it before:  have under-inflated tires lowers your gas mileage.  I, for one, make an occasional effort to keep my tires properly inflated, and I am always surprised at how much air … [Read more...]

Whoohoo!  In the best news of the holiday shopping season, the United States Postal Service (USPS) has lifted the ban on mailing electronics with lithium batteries to overseas locations.  In a quiet … [Read more...]

Ever wonder where to live after you leave the service or retire?  I do.  My grandparents chose to remain in Maryland after my grandfather left the service, because he had a civilian job there.  … [Read more...]

To all the veterans of yesterday and today, and the people who support them, thank you. … [Read more...]

It is hard to be a parent, especially when you think that your child needs help. (This email has been edited for privacy.) My son has just ended active duty after 7 years and being in 2 wars. I fear … [Read more...]

Veterans Day weekend is full of discounts and deals.  Yesterday, I wrote about restaurant promotions.  Today is entertainment.  As always, please let me know if you know about additional … [Read more...]

Businesses all over the US are offering special Veterans Day offers to past and present service members.  Please keep the following things in mind while you partake of these awesome … [Read more...]