Savvy 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...
The 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. ...
Getting 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...
We 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.
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...
Military 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 ...
Moving 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...
It 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!
What 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...
A good credit score makes it easier and less expensive to borrow money, but it also impacts insurance rates, job hunting, deposits for utilities, and even your security clearance as a military member....
Since many of the biggest expenses in a monthly budget are non-negotiable costs, a Permanent Change of Station move is a great time to reset your monthly budget and make less expensive choices for the...
Real estate investing can be a good financial plan for some military members, as long as they do the research, run the numbers, and understand the pros and cons of their choices. Here are three times ...
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