Military Retirement

Comprehensive news and information from Marine Corps Times about the military retirement system

Thousands of independent pharmacies now able to rejoin Tricare network

Many community pharmacies never received the proposed contract for the 2023 retail network, according to the National Community Pharmacists Association.

7 months ago

Military spouse unemployment financial fallout is far-reaching

Active duty spouses have saved a small fraction of what they'll need in retirement, according to a new report.

9 months ago

Pay & Benefits

Are overseas retirees about to lose military postal privileges?

One major concern is how military retirees overseas will get their mail-order medications through Tricare Express Scripts.

More dental and vision insurance plans to be offered for 2021 open season

The Federal Employees Dental and Vision Program will offer more coverage options due to a competitive selection process, according to the Office of Personnel Management.

3 years ago

Don’t let COVID derail your Thrift Savings Plan

Don't fall prey to fraudsters who want you to take money out of your TSP to invest in their high-risk product.

3 years ago

Here’s how a new plan could help shore up finances of troubled enlisted retirement home

Mega project would build residential, retail, art spaces and sports and wellness venues open to the public, and bring in millions in revenue for the troubled enlisted retirement home.

4 years ago

Serve in the military? We are offering a free review of your investments

We'll hook you up with a financial adviser to review your investments for free.

4 years ago

Are you a military spouse or retiree affected by the shutdown? Here are some options if you need help.

Military relief societies, others can offer assistance to spouses, retirees, some reservists who work for other shutdown federal agencies.

4 years ago

1 in 3 eligible active-duty troops signed up for DoD’s new retirement system

But six out of 10 active-duty Marines took the plunge into the Blended Retirement System. What were your service's numbers?

4 years ago

Last chance: Don’t miss these deadlines today for retirement, health care benefits

Want to enroll in the new Blended Retirement System? Change your Tricare plan? Today's the deadline

4 years ago

Retired Marine ‘man hunter’ now tracking Montana runaways

He earned the nickname “Man Hunter” overseas for his knack for tracking down wanted terrorists.

4 years ago

This Air Force captain wants to retire at age 44 with the full military retirement.

Here's why this Air Force officer chose to stay with the legacy retirement system.

4 years ago

For this sailor, the new blended retirement system is a safe bet

The BRS is just one military benefit this sailor is using to prepare for the future.

4 years ago