February 3, 2026

Learn how VA disability offsets work, what CRDP means for your retirement pay, and how to use our calculator to maximize your total military benefits.

January 30, 2026

One of the most important financial decisions military retirees face is how to protect their families after they're gone. The **Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP)** offers guaranteed income for your spouse, but is it the best option? Our Life Insurance Calculator helps you compare SBP against Term Life Insurance, Indexed Universal Life (IUL), Whole Life Insurance, and even an ETF investment strategy—all in one powerful tool.

January 9, 2026

Learn how BAH is calculated, what MHA codes mean, and how to use our BAH calculator to plan your housing budget for any duty station or PCS move.

December 11, 2025

The Department of War has released the 2026 BAH rates, effective January 1, 2026, with an average nationwide increase of 4.2%.

June 8, 2025

I'm thrilled to announce a significant update to [www.militaryretirementplanner.com](https://www.militaryretirementplanner.com), featuring the new U.S. State Military Benefits Map! This interactive tool is designed to empower military retirees and veterans by providing comprehensive data on state-specific benefits across all 50 states and Washington, D.C. Whether you're planning your retirement location or optimizing your financial strategy, this resource is here to help.

January 6, 2025

On December 23, 2024, President Biden signed into law the Service Member Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for 2025, marking a significant boost for the military community.

December 20, 2024

The Department of Defense (DoD) has released the 2025 Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) rates. These rates are used to determine the amount of housing allowance that service members and their families receive. The BAH rates are based on the cost of living in different areas of the country and are updated annually.

November 10, 2024

Planning for retirement is one of the most important financial steps you’ll take in your career. For military service members, retirement benefits are robust but complex, with various systems depending on when you joined and your career path. In this article, we’ll walk through the main military retirement systems, their benefits, and how you can make the most of them.