Boarding briefing – the financial impact

Every year many army families consider boarding school as an option to ensure their children’s education is not disrupted by the frequent moves that come with army life. When you’re thinking about all the opt...

Can I take my car on an overseas posting?

Families often ask AFF if they can take their car on an overseas posting if it has outstanding finance or if they have to pay it off before departing. The good news is that if your finance provider is a memb...

Claiming benefits abroad as an army family

AFF is often asked what benefits you may be able to claim or continue to claim overseas as a non-serving partner, if you’re trying to find work for example, or if you’re a single serving parent who needs help...

Boarding school funding facts

If you have a child at boarding school in the UK, then you may be able to claim School Children’s Visits (SCVs). These are available in both the UK and overseas to help with separation and reunite children wi...

Getting your finances in order

In terms of admin and finance, there’s a lot to prepare ahead of deployments, operations and exercises, so what do you need to think about when you’re spending time apart? AFF Money & Allowances Specialis...

Dividing lines: Divvying up your army life assets

If your relationship ends, you’ll need to consider how to divide your money and assets, and find out what financial help you may be eligible for during this difficult time. AFF Money & Allowances Speciali...

All about military allowances

Military allowances are there to offset extra expenses related to service life so it pays to make sure you’re claiming what you’re entitled to. Home-owners If you’re moving into your own home, you may be ab...

Top tips for cash control

By Paul Fox, Money and Pensions Service The price of everyday essentials is going up, and inflation and interest rate rises mean your money might not stretch as far as it used to. The government’s Money and...

State benefits: What are army families entitled to?

We have been hearing from many of you about how the rising cost of living is affecting your household finances. If you’re wondering what support is available, it may be worth looking into whether you’re entit...

Army families feeling the squeeze

Household budgets have been hit hard by the rising cost of living and some army families are struggling to make ends meet. Jill Misson reports… The price of food and fuel has shot up recently, which is causi...