2006-09-29 05:32:22 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Military
You will make out like a bandit, you get to keep the surplus money. It is not taxed and doesn't have to be returned to anyone. Hopefully this can be used to pay for other household expenses, like utilities.
2006-09-29 06:24:21 · answer #1 · answered by Grown Man 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
BAH is not just for rent. It's there to offset all of your housing expense. That means all the utilities too. Once you add all the expenses in, I'm sure you'll be close to your BAH rate. They monitor these amounts closely and don't give us much room to spare. Don't worry about it. BAH is a set amount and if that's what you're authorized, that's what you get.
2006-09-29 05:39:08 · answer #2 · answered by HEartstrinGs 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
if this is BAH from the military, they will pay a flat rate, based on rank. It would be up to you to find housing either under or just at that rate or you would be responsable for the rest. so the answer to your question is that you are able to keep the rest of the money. If you are still unsure you need to talk to your section leader, sqaud leader, team leader and they will certianly point you the right direction.
2006-09-29 05:52:53 · answer #3 · answered by steelers902@verizon.net 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
you may keep it. the only time you do not get to keep any extra is if you are OCONUS. you get the amount of the rent, up to your OHA ceiling, and no extra.
Plenty of people do the smart thing and willingly choose a place to live that is under BAH. While in San Diego, our BAH covered rent, utilities, phone, cable and ISP.
2006-09-29 09:52:47 · answer #4 · answered by Mrsjvb 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In the us yes because that includes light and water etc.
the 1000$ its based on your rank this is what the army gives you if you decide to live in a small apartment(have a Small rent) and have to share the bedroom with your kids therefore that's your choice then.same if you choice to live in a house what rent is 2000$ and you wanna pay extra its your choice again.
Overseas no.
2006-09-29 06:52:45 · answer #5 · answered by Sunshine 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yep yep, you can keep it! me and my husband are stationed at charleston AFB in SC and he gets over 900 for BAH, our rent is only 660 and we keep the rest! so yes, there is some extra money in your pocket! (thats why we do it!)
2006-09-29 06:12:47 · answer #6 · answered by AFwife 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
the rest of thew bah will be yours to use for oter bills. hubby is in the military
2006-09-29 05:41:30 · answer #7 · answered by kleighs mommy 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Check with the Finance office
2006-09-29 05:35:45 · answer #8 · answered by rules27 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Did you add your bills into that 600?
2006-09-29 05:36:27 · answer #9 · answered by A_Soldiers_Wife 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The cash is yours to do with what you see fit.
Well done finding cheap rent. Suggest you try and save the rest.
Thanks for your service!
2006-09-29 05:53:28 · answer #10 · answered by tallerfella 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋