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Why troops in combat jobs should get higher danger pay than others

In this op-ed, the authors argue the Pentagon should change its current danger pay structure to pay more money to troops exposed to greater combat risk.

New benefit could help troops save on out-of-pocket health care costs

The military will soon offer troops flexible spending accounts, which cover medical expenses from over-the-counter medicine to braces.

Inflation has some military families ‘grasping at pennies’

With many living paycheck to paycheck, families are cutting back on everything from grocery shopping and driving to subscription services and eating out.

Military families: Tell us how inflation has affected you

Tell Military Times how inflation has affected your wallet and your choices.

How the Pentagon found $300M for Ukraine, but is still deep in the red

The discovery of the $300 million has raised some eyebrows.

Military to offer tax-saving health care accounts for troops

These accounts can help troops save an average of 30% on unreimbursed health care expenses.

Fed retirement plan ends year with positive returns

Here’s how the TSP did in December.

From pancakes to pizza, Veterans Day deals can save you some dough

Every dollar — and every gesture of appreciation — counts for veterans.

Thrift Savings Plan rule change aimed at spurring savings growth

The Federal Employees Retirement System provides benefits from a Basic Benefit Plan, Social Security and the Thrift Savings Plan.

Military families stretch their grocery dollars with September deals

Baby products, toilet paper, cleaning products, pet food, and more will be offered at extra savings at commissaries in September.