3 Important Financial Steps Before Military Retirement
Military LifeLearn how to navigate military retirement benefits in the years leading up to leaving the service. Find essential tips for a smooth transition into retirement!
Kate Horrell
Posts By Kate Horrell
September 20, 2023
What to Know About the SBP Open Season for Military Retirees
Military LifeLearn about the SBP Open Season for military retirees in 2023 and why it's important to revisit your Survivor Benefit Plan decision. Understand the basics of SBP, eligible beneficiaries, benefits and ...
June 26, 2023
PCS Move Money-Saving Hacks: Top Tips for Cutting Costs and Maximizing...
PCS MovesDiscover expert tips and tricks to save money during your PCS move. From leveraging military allowances to securing discounts, repurposing items, and exploring thrift shops, learn how to cut costs wit...
January 06, 2023
Preparing Your Finances for Buying a House
Home FinancingSavvy shoppers will remember that there’s a lot more to buying a house than just paying the mortgage. If you’re considering a home purchase, prep your finances now for a successful homeownership exper...
January 02, 2023
3 Ways to Meet Your Financial New Year's Resolutions
Military LifeThe new year is a popular time to re-evaluate things and make new goals, and finances are a popular subject of these goals. Where many military families get stuck is turning those goals into reality. ...
December 02, 2022
8 Strategies for Getting Out of Debt
Military LifeGetting out of debt can be hard. Debt that had been a nuisance as a single person can suddenly felt like a huge weight once you're married. Here's how one military spouse made paying off debt their hi...
October 05, 2022
3 Tips and Tools to Build Your Spending Plan
Military LifeWe don’t all magically know how to be smart with money! Whether you’re new to planning your spending or want to step up your skills, here are some tips and tools to help you work a little smarter.
September 21, 2022
What Military Home Sellers Should Know About Capital Gains Taxes
Learn how capital gains exemptions on a home sale work and how they may be impacted by military service, so you're prepared to work with your tax professional to see how these rules impact your specif...
August 17, 2022
How to Get Your Finances Ready for Military Retirement
Military LifeMilitary retirement changes life in big ways. The service member is leaving a long-term career, you may move, and your income will be different. Being prepared for the financial changes can help make ...
July 15, 2022
4 Ways to Cut Costs While Living Overseas
PCS MovesMoving overseas is a fun adventure, and with every adventure comes changes to your family’s budget. Often, those changes include trying to save money. Get some ideas for cutting costs during your time...
May 09, 2022
3 Strategies to Meet Your Financial Goals
Military LifeIt can be difficult to think too far into the future when handling your finances. Here are three strategies to help meet your bigger financial goals, starting now!
February 23, 2022
Which PCS Move Expenses Are Tax Deductible?
Military LifeWhat if all the military allowances don't cover your PCS move expenses? A special section of the US tax law allows active duty military members who move on PCS orders to deduct unreimbursed moving exp...
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