A substantial, but often unseen and overlooked, aspect of military pay is certain built-in tax advantages. Most allowances are tax-exempt. Additionally, certain hardship circumstances will change normally taxable pay into tax-exempt.

For more information, select one of the following topic areas:

• Combat Zone Tax Exclusion (CZTE)
• Tax-Exempt Allowances

Tax laws have changed, and they are likely to affect you. Learn how you can take steps now to maximize your benefits under the new Tax Cuts and Jobs Act and protect against an unexpected tax bill or penalty next year.

• Everything you need to know about the new tax laws
• Tax Laws Fact Sheet
• New Tax Laws Booklet. Downloadable version