What are the pros/cons for re-enlisting versus extending?

PO3 Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 04 Mar 2018 11:41:58 -0500

Response by SGT Eric Davis made Mar 4 at 2018 1:08 PM

SGT Eric Davis — Sun, 04 Mar 2018 13:08:03 -0500

Re-enlisting bonus might be better and choices if Duty station

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 4 at 2018 3:08 PM

CPT Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 04 Mar 2018 15:08:38 -0500

re-enlisting often comes with benefits and options as it is a brand new contract between you and the branch whereas extension is simply extending the term of current contract. Additionally, the branches usually have certain terms for extension and they can only be used "x" amount of times for "x" reason. I extended my enlisted contract 1yr while I was pending a direct commission, had I re-enlisted, my chain may not have signed my conditional release to accept a commission.

Response by MSG John Duchesneau made Mar 4 at 2018 11:10 PM

MSG John Duchesneau — Sun, 04 Mar 2018 23:10:08 -0500

If there is a re-enlistment bonus you can get some money. Extending is only a one year commitment. If your rate is being downsized you might want to re-enlist so you can serve longer if you want to.