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Hello, recently separated US Army soldier here. I was medically separated before my initial term was up and my terminal leave just ended last month. I'm a little confused because I just got our end of month paycheck and it looks like the regular amount I normally get but I was only technically working from the 15th-20th. I just want to know is this normal or should I be setting some of this pay aside for when they ask for it back.
Also, checking on my LES states that the end of month pay should have been zero with deductions containing a line that said 'STATUS DET' that deducted almost the same amount they gave me for my end of month (give or take 50).
Also, checking on my LES states that the end of month pay should have been zero with deductions containing a line that said 'STATUS DET' that deducted almost the same amount they gave me for my end of month (give or take 50).
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Honorable Discharge
Posted 3 y ago
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It depends. You should look at your LES and break down what makes up what was paid. It's possible you were overpaid but it is also possible there were other factors like sold leave, allotments or back pay. When in doubt I would set pay aside until you sort it out.
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SMSgt Bob W.
You should have 4-6 months of paid set aside for you and the family until you get a job. Take the first job you see which is in the area you want to work. Then, start looking to better yourself. Sometimes it may be 2-3 years [civilian experience plus education (if needed)] to find "that dream of my life job". Some civilian companies like military people but not their experience [because many of the military jobs are on antiquated systems].
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