Military Retirement

ALL Military Retirement ARTICLES

A plain-clothed man and woman chat at a retirement planning fair.

Understanding Military Retirement: How DoD Pensions Really Work

By Mickey Addison

A clear, practical guide to military retirement systems, explaining DIEMS, High-

U.S. Senator Cory Booker and Mark Kelly among other U.S. Representatives meet with U.S. Army Paratroopers assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division in Jasionka, Poland.

Can Retired Service Members Be Punished Under the UCMJ? What Mark Kelly's Case Reveals

By Natalie Oliverio

Sen. Mark Kelly’s lawsuit has raised many questions, including whether service m

Woman looks concerned while looking at a laptop.

The Post-Service Pay Gap: Why Veterans’ First Civilian Salary Is Often Their Lowest

By Natalie Oliverio

If your first post-military paycheck felt like a reset, you’re not imagining it.

Scott Reed, the lead recruiter for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District, talks to a prospective recruit about job benefits offered by federal employment during a military community hiring event at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh.

December Is One of the Best Times for Veterans to Job Hunt: Here's Why

By Natalie Oliverio

December looks slow on the surface, but behind the scenes, companies are preppin

A man in a suit holding a military uniform.

The Invisible Career Reset: How Veteran Leaders Are Redefining Success

By Natalie Oliverio

Senior Veterans in their 30s and 40s are not retiring. They are moving into high

Samuel Chism, right, operations supervisor for the largest Military Entrance Processing Station in the country, conducts a preliminary interview with Saehee Lee, left, a potential hire for a human resources assistant position, during the Total Army Career Fair at SoFi Stadium.

Veteran Resume Guide: Highlighting Military Experience

By Natalie Oliverio

Craft a standout Veteran resume for both civilian and federal jobs, adhering to

U.S. Marines Corps Chief Warrant Officer 3 Todd Cross, an operations chief, recites “The Watch” during Chief Warrant Officer 5 Andrew Lutz’s retirement ceremony on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Oct. 10, 2025.

Military Medical Retirement: Understanding TRICARE and CRDP

By Natalie Oliverio

Veterans Find Healing in Outdoor Activities: Nature Therapy

By Natalie Oliverio

2025 Federal Resume Changes: Impact on Veterans & Milspouses

By Gayleen Swiggum

Veterans' Civilian Skills: Employers' In-Demand Competencies

By Natalie Oliverio

Veterans' First Job Struggles: Avoiding Post-Service Burnout

By Natalie Oliverio

Air Force Denies Early Retirement Pay to Transgender Veterans

By Natalie Oliverio

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