Lincoln Military Housing Blog

Switching between civilian life and military life is a balancing act. Adjusting between two different lives can be difficult, but with the right approaches and understandings, the transition can be an easy and enjoyable process. Read below to...

New 2020 Basic Allowance for Housing rates were released by the Department of Defense on December 12, 2019. The Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) infographic and information below have been updated to reflect the new rates.

Understanding the...

It has been reported that one of the largest burdens on military families is finances, and that the worst financial times for military families are the first two months after deployment and the first two months after returning. To avoid adding...

The holidays are always a magical time, but they are also an expensive time. Whether your military member is home for the holidays or deployed, we know the holiday season can be a difficult time for military families. Luckily, military members...

The Basic Allowance for Housing was established to help service members and their families afford suitable homes. This military benefit can have a substantial impact on those who qualify, but sometimes the details can be hard to decipher. Here,...

Gross income, combat pay exclusions, employee business deductions, child tax credits, first-time homebuyer credit repayment...is your head spinning yet? The tax season is a doozy for any citizen, but military taxes and considerations are a beast...

You're renting, do you really need to spend more every month for renter’s insurance? Is it really that important? Despite the Department of Defense's removal of the renter's insurance component of BAH on January 1, 2015, Lincoln Military Housing...

In any family, managing finances and budgets is a top priority. Developing specific goals and creating a plan to help you achieve those goals can help you know where to get started and take action. Here are a few tips to help you manage your...