How You Can Volunteer in the Military Community
Military LifeThere are hundreds of organizations that support the military community year round. Here's how to find one that you connect with.
October 07, 2022
Helping Military Kids Get Through Multiple Deployments of a Parent
Military LifeStudies show that over 2 million children have experienced the wartime deployment of a parent in the past decade, many of them going through repeated deployments of their parent. Learn about the help ...
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 14, 2022
8 Hacks for Making Friends When You Don't Live in a Military Community
Military LifeIt’s easy to meet people when you live on or near a military base, but what happens when you have a job that doesn't have you living near a base or after you've retired?
September 05, 2022
7 Tips to Help Military Kids Adjust to a New School
Military LifeMilitary kids have to find their way in a new school after a PCS move. From peers to teachers, there are no familiar faces to them. What can you do to help?
August 26, 2022
Military Budgeting & Savings Tips
Military LifeWhether you are just starting out in your career or have been in the military for many years, learn how to reach your long-term financial goals with these tips.
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 ...
August 12, 2022
15 Easy Ways to Make Connections at Your Child's New School
Military LifeIf you’re looking to make fast friends and connections in your community, look no further than your children’s schools. It’s the easiest place to meet friends and neighbors with like-minded goals: imp...
June 06, 2022
Get Outdoors Near Joint Base Lewis-McChord
Military LifeWhether you're setting out to a nearby destination or taking a trip to explore the Pacific Northwest, take a look at a few ideas for your next outdoor adventure near Joint Base Lewis-McChord.
June 03, 2022
5 Creative Alternatives to Backyard Swingsets for Military Families
Military LifeMilitary families have options for purchasing patio furniture and play equipment that is affordable, age appropriate, and light enough to move on each PCS! Check out five alternatives to swingsets to ...
June 01, 2022
Where to Live After Military Retirement: Home Search Tips
Military LifeNo matter your final destination as you face military retirement, you’ll need somewhere to live. Use these tips to find your forever home in a state that has the perfect quality of life and finance-fr...
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!
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