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Step-by-step guides for every stage of your military transition. Practical advice from veterans who have been there. Browse all articles below or explore other categories for more military transition resources.
Military Transition Toolkit publishes in-depth guides across 32 categories to help active duty service members, reservists, and retirees navigate every aspect of military transition. Each article is written with practical, actionable advice you can use immediately — whether you are 12 months from separation or already building your civilian career.
Step-by-step guides for every stage of your military transition. Practical advice from veterans who have been there. Our content is updated regularly and covers topics from VA disability claims and compensation to career planning, financial readiness, and state-by-state veteran benefits.
Looking for something specific? Browse our other categories or use the resources page for curated links to official VA, DoD, and veteran service organization websites. All tools and content on Military Transition Toolkit are free — no account required for public resources.
Start with our most popular tools: the VA combined rating calculator, retirement pay calculator, 50-state benefits comparison, and military resume builder. Each tool is designed specifically for the unique challenges of military-to-civilian transition.
Calculate whether taking terminal leave or selling it back gives you more value. Free calculator for active duty service members.
Terminal leave strategy, maximizing final leave days, out-processing timeline, separation checklist, and making the most of your final weeks in military.
Guide to Tennessee veteran resources: VA healthcare facilities, GI Bill schools, state education benefits, and veteran employment programs.
Guide to South Dakota veteran resources: VA healthcare facilities, GI Bill schools, state education benefits, and veteran employment programs.
Complete guide to South Dakota veteran tax benefits: no state income tax, property tax exemptions for disabled veterans, vehicle fees, and financial analysis.
Comprehensive guide to Rhode Island veteran benefits: Providence VA Medical Center services, free tuition for disabled veterans, Naval Station Newport jobs, and top employers hiring veterans.
Complete guide to Rhode Island veteran tax benefits: property tax exemptions up to $3,000, full military retirement income exemption, and free vehicle registration for 100% disabled veterans.
Guide to South Carolina veteran resources: VA healthcare facilities, GI Bill schools, state education benefits, and veteran employment programs with 1.7% unemployment.
Complete guide to South Carolina veteran tax benefits: property tax exemptions for disabled veterans, full military retirement exemption, vehicle benefits, and financial analysis.
Complete guide to Oregon veteran tax benefits: property tax exemptions, military retirement income tax, no sales tax savings, and financial analysis for disabled veterans.
Guide to Pennsylvania veteran resources: VA healthcare facilities, GI Bill schools, state education benefits, and veteran employment programs.
Complete guide to Pennsylvania veteran tax benefits: property tax exemptions for 100% disabled veterans, military retirement tax exemption, and financial analysis.
Complete guide to Nevada veteran tax benefits: property tax exemptions, income tax treatment, vehicle fees, and financial analysis for disabled veterans.
Guide to New York veteran resources: VA healthcare facilities, GI Bill schools, state education benefits, and veteran employment programs.
Complete guide to New York veteran tax benefits: property tax exemptions, income tax treatment, vehicle fees, and financial analysis for disabled veterans.
Guide to Ohio veteran resources: VA healthcare facilities, GI Bill schools, state education benefits, and veteran employment programs.
Complete guide to Ohio veteran tax benefits: property tax exemptions, income tax treatment, vehicle fees, and financial analysis for disabled veterans.
Guide to Oklahoma veteran resources: VA medical centers in Oklahoma City and Muskogee, GI Bill schools, Tinker AFB jobs, and veteran employment programs.
Complete guide to Oklahoma veteran tax benefits: full property tax exemption for 100% disabled veterans, military retirement tax exemption, and sales tax benefits.
Guide to Oregon veteran resources: VA healthcare facilities, GI Bill schools, state education benefits, and veteran employment programs.