Military spouses should be able to have the same aspirations as their partners. Here's how to build a sustainable military spouse career.
If you’re a working military spouse, you know that we get a lot of experience at leaving jobs when Uncle Sam sends us elsewhere. Even though we don’t get a real choice in the matter, we can choose to be responsible, considerate, and helpful when we break the news and fly the coop...
Adding all of your jobs is common if you use a chronological format for your resume. However, this is not ideal if you’ve had numerous gaps in your employment, even those due to unexpected circumstances such as illness or a spouse’s military relocation. If you have an extensive work his...
During this time, Malmanger became a military spouse. Her career plans were on hold, and she took on a series of short-term jobs as her family moved five times in six years. After getting divorced, she decided to again pursue her career passions, and earned a degree in software engineeri...
A Virtual Assistant Business is the perfect fit for a military spouse. It’s a portable career that can go anywhere with you. No more searching for jobs every time you arrive at a new destination. Now you can have a successful career that you can take anywhere with you. Virtual ...
which will mean you pay the tax upfront. Consult a tax professional to decide if you're going to opt for this route. When you take money from the Roth TSP, it can be income tax-free if you follow IRS rules. On another note, military pay in a combat zone is exempt from federal an...
Whew! That's a lot to make sense of. Hopefully our one-stop explanation of the LES has helped you navigate your service member's LES. Keep Up With Military Pay Updates Military pay benefits are constantly changing. Make sure you're up-to-date with everything you've earned.Subscribe t...
While filing taxes when your spouse is in the military can become complicated, the Military Spouses Relief Act has simplified this process. This information should give you all of the tools and tips you need to fill out your tax forms without making any mistakes. ...
Before you interview the candidate whose resume indicates military service, prepare your list of questions. This ensures you will get what you need to determine whether the candidate is a fit and avoid stepping into the quicksand of inappropriate or illegal questioning. You might also...
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