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Free tools for service members and families
Moving, pay, money, and family paperwork in plain steps. All services, active duty, Guard, and Reserve. Free, with no sign-up. Guard or Reserve? Also see Guard and Reserve tools.
Start here: Moving (PCS) · Pay (LES) · Money tight · Family paperwork
Moving to a new base (permanent change of station, PCS)
Moving and Relocation Organizer
37 PCS move steps from orders to claims, for all services. Enter your delivery date and it fills in your claim deadlines. Free Google Sheets copy (needs a free Google account).
Checking your pay
How to Read Your Military Leave and Earnings Statement (LES)
With a 2-minute LES Checker. Every section of your LES in plain words, and who fixes a problem.
Money tight or bills piling up
In 2 minutes, see what you pay each year, how to cancel, and where military members can get help.
Family Benefits and Assistance Checklist
Food, health care, rent, and utility help in one place.
Paperwork your family needs if something happens
Where your family can find your Record of Emergency Data (DD Form 93), SGLI beneficiaries, family care plan, and powers of attorney.
Saving in the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP)
TSP Contribution and Match Check
In the Blended Retirement System? After 2 years of service, put in at least 5 percent to get the full government match.
Getting your records
Answer five questions. See where to ask for your personnel or medical records.
Getting out or retiring
Leaving the Military Deadline Calculator
Your SGLI, VGLI, TRICARE, and VA deadlines in order, and who confirms each.
If a service member or veteran dies
Who to call this week, what to file this month, and the deadlines that follow.
Official links
The DoD moving guide and claims.
Free counseling and MilTax free tax software.
Legal assistance office locator
Find free military legal help near you. Help depends on your status and staff time.
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Mission-Ready Tools is an independent resource, not affiliated with DoD, the military services, or any agency. These are planning aids, not legal or financial advice. Version 1.0. Checked October 29, 2026.