Katie's husband Thomas has been an active-duty US Air Force JAG since 2021, and we've received many questions over the years about military benefits and finances. Here's the TL;DR on the perks of being active-duty military or a dependent based on Katie's personal experience, from accessing VA loans to basic allowances for housing.
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Mentioned in the Episode

Military Benefits for Active Duty and Veterans: https://www.benefits.gov/categories/Military%3A%20Active%20Duty%20and%20Veterans


VA Loan: https://www.va.gov/housing-assistance/home-loans/eligibility


VA Home Loan Process Checklist (Page 9): https://www.benefits.va.gov/HOMELOANS/documents/docs/VA_Buyers_Guide.pdf



The Reluctant Landlord: https://www.reluctantlandlord.net/

Military Pay & Pensions: https://www.usa.gov/military-pay


Thrift Savings Plan: https://www.dfas.mil/civilianemployees/employeebenefits/TSP/


Basic Allowances & Military Income: https://militarypay.defense.gov/pay/


Military Taxes & Residency: hrblock.com/tax-center/lifestyle/military/military-taxes-and-residency/


Military Health Insurance (TRICARE): https://www.tricare.mil/


Credit Card Benefits: https://www.americanexpress.com/us/help-support/service-members-civil-relief/


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