Tag Archives: Financial Problems and Security Clearance

I Forgot to File My Tax Return. Will This Hurt My Ability to Get a Security Clearance?

One of the major reasons individuals have difficulty obtaining or retaining a security clearance is what the Department of Defense (DOD) labels “financial considerations.” Typically, this involves situations where the applicant has a lot of outstanding debts. If you have trouble paying your bills on-time, the DOD sees that as a sign that you… Read More »