FAQ: What do recruits pay for themselves? What does the Navy pay for?

buick0067 · 10-05-2012, 05:35 PM

Digging up an old forum here. But I am trying to budget and plan for my wife and daughter while I am gone to RTC.
Please help me understand what to expect. I Ship Oct. 23 as E-3 for college credits. I won't receive my first check for approximately a month. Getting paid the 1st and 15th can do I expect it Nov 15th or Dec. 1st? This check will have $600+ deducted for non-uniform issued items. Will it be based on my E-3 or E-1?
I also am to receive BAH and the family separation pay, will this be included in this check? I know it is back payed but when does it show up initially? I have saved enough money to cover all the bills and living cost for my family for November, but I am hoping my 1st check and allowances are in for December.
If anyone can help clarify this for me it would be extremely helpful. Thanks and God Bless

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10-05-2012, 05:35 PM	#4
buick0067 Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Boise, ID Posts: 78 Rep Power: 0	Digging up an old forum here. But I am trying to budget and plan for my wife and daughter while I am gone to RTC. Please help me understand what to expect. I Ship Oct. 23 as E-3 for college credits. I won't receive my first check for approximately a month. Getting paid the 1st and 15th can do I expect it Nov 15th or Dec. 1st? This check will have $600+ deducted for non-uniform issued items. Will it be based on my E-3 or E-1? I also am to receive BAH and the family separation pay, will this be included in this check? I know it is back payed but when does it show up initially? I have saved enough money to cover all the bills and living cost for my family for November, but I am hoping my 1st check and allowances are in for December. If anyone can help clarify this for me it would be extremely helpful. Thanks and God Bless