Finance
BRS Decision Should Consider the Whole Story
here are a few additional points service members and their families should consider when deciding between the new and old retirement system. Subjects
Transition and Career
Are You Negotiating the Pay You Deserve?
Negotiating is especially important for military spouses. Practice now so you can shake your fears and be prepared when the moment calls so you don’t leave precious money sitting on the table.
Military Interest
8 Patriotic Day Trips for the Fourth of July
Get in the patriotic spirit by celebrating the Fourth of July at one of these historic destinations across the U.S.
2017
Things to see and do in Portugal
Portugal, which sits on the edge of the ancient Iberian Peninsula, is so diverse and enchanting, no single image can capture its magic.
Military Officer Magazine
General Mark Milley's Motivations and Advice
As he fights for resources in uncertain times, the Army chief of staff is motivated by his parents’ World War II service — and every soldier and Army family he meets.
Transition and Career
5 Business-Building Resources for Military Spouses
Entrepreneurship presents many opportunities for today’s military spouse. The autonomy, flexible scheduling, and virtual options entrepreneurship offers can translate into a dream career for many spouses
2017
Defusing PTS: Complementary and Alternative Medicine for Post-Traumatic Stress
A growing number of combat veterans have found relief for post-traumatic stress symptoms with the help of complementary and alternative medicine.
Family
Advice for Grandparents Planning a Multigenerational Vacation
Pam Wear of Chico, Calif., always has loved to travel. As a former Army brat, she has great memories of her journeys all over the world. “But when we got grandchildren, we really hit the road,”
Education
Dealing with College Rejection and Acceptance
Rejection hurts — whether it’s a no to a promposal or a no to your marriage proposal at Fenway Park, broadcast on the Jumbotron for fans to watch (yes, this did happen — the man proposing apparently
Military Officer Magazine
Mothers of Medal of Honor Recipients
Finance
Blended Retirement System: What Will You Do? 6 Major Considerations Before You Choose
Funding In the end, a major aspect of the choice is about whether the new system favors the Service member or the government compared to the current system. In that regard, the Congressional Budget Office determined