Category Archives: Money

New consumer protection role for Holly Petraeus

Holly Petraeus, a longtime advocate for military families, will lead efforts to establish an office of service member affairs for the new Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.

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Federal benefits switching to e-deposits

If you’re a veteran or anyone else receiving federal benefits by paper check, you’ve got a little over two years to sign up for electronic payments.

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2011 bonus details delayed

Three months into the new fiscal year, Air Force officials have yet to announce bonus program details for officers and enlisted airmen.

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Stop loss deadline extension in senate

Concerned that fewer than half of the people eligible for a $500 per month stop loss allowance have applied for the money, the House of Representatives passed legislation on Wednesday to extend the application deadline for the payment to Sept. … Continue reading

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Stop loss allowance deadline extended, again

Concerned that fewer than half of the people eligible for a $500 per month stop loss allowance have applied for the money, the House of Representatives passed legislation on Wednesday to extend the application deadline for the payment to Sept. … Continue reading

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AAFES offers holiday deals this weekend

If you’re planning holiday shopping this weekend, here’s some intel on deals at your local Army and Air Force Exchange, where specials will be offered on jewelry, clothing, shoes and certain handbags.

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Google offers free phone calls to families

Military families must sign up by Dec. 22 at goo.gl/voicemilitary if they want free $10 call credits being offered by Google through a partnership with Sesame Street and Blue Star Families.

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‘Have confidence in AFPC,’ O-8 says

Maj. Gen. A.J. Stewart has gotten a crash course on all things personnel since taking command of Air Force Personnel Center in August.

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USAA, PenFed join forces to offer more products

Two major military financial institutions — USAA and Pentagon Federal Credit Union — have joined forces to give troops easier access to some of their financial products.

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Wilson opposes passing defense bill this year

The Republican lawmaker expected to lead the House panel to oversee military personnel issues next year doesn’t want Congress to pass the 2011 defense authorization bill until next year.

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