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Don’t Fall for These Military Money Myths! – March
Military life is unique. From PCS moves to deployments to special pays and allowances, service members face financial situations most civilians never encounter. With that uniqueness comes plenty of we...
VSO 101 – Applying for Death Benefits: Burial and Funeral Costs
This blog is directed to the families of Veterans, specifically the benefits available for burial and funeral costs after the death of their spouse, parent, or other family member. All of this informa...
Making the Most of Your $1,776 Warrior Dividend
The President announced the $1,776 Warrior Dividend, and DFAS has begun processing payments for active-duty members and some reservists in grades O-6 and below. The dividend is not taxable and should ...
VSO 101 – Appealing Your Denied Claim
Okay, you have gone to every appointment, answered every question, and taken every test possible. Next, you and your service officer carefully filled out every form required and submitted them months ...
Take Control: The Ultimate Financial Toolkit for Military Families – Looking Ahead
In the first installment of looking at our Financial Toolbox, we explored getting started with our finances and things we need to be doing now! Now, let’s take the time to look ahead!Investment Accoun...
Take Control: The Ultimate Financial Toolkit for Military Families – Getting Started
What’s in Your Financial Toolbox?In the military, the right tool can mean the difference between mission success and failure. The same goes for your finances. Whether you’re navigating a PCS, deployme...
Whiskey Tango Foxtrot – Learning the Lingo Series: Money, Money, Money
In this part of the Whiskey Tango Foxtrot – Learning the Lingo Series, we are going to explore the acronyms & terms that have to do with all things money! Let’s take a look!Military Money Acronyms & T...
Saving Strategies
Setting aside money for emergencies and future spending is a vital part of your financial plan. Emergencies will arise and having savings can turn an emergency into an inconvenience. Wanting a new car...
Should I Sell My Leave or Take Terminal Leave?
In every service member’s career, whether they serve three or thirty years, whether officer or enlisted, a decision must be made at separation or retirement time, “Should I sell my leave or take it as...
PCS Entitlements
Permanent Change of Station (PCS) season is upon us along with all the associated activities that go with it. It’s a busy, spinning time of learning about the new duty station while wrapping up things...
Military Pay and Entitlements – Special Situations
Reimbursement of Adoption Expenses Appendix AActive-duty members whose adoption of a child under 18 years of age has been finalized, may be reimbursed a maximum of $2,000 per child for qualified expen...
Military Pay and Entitlements – PCS and Travel
Permanent Duty Travel Related EntitlementsDislocation Allowance (DLA)A dislocation allowance (DLA) partially reimburses a service member for expenses incurred when moving a household. The DLA is a fla...
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When the house is empty, your spouse is away, and you’re holding down the fort solo with your furry crew. Survival mode isn’t about thriving or getting a five-star review. It’s about minimal friction and maximum sanity. Keeping the peace requires a blend of low-effort entertainment, gentle routines, and accepting that your pets are just furry toddlers with worse impulse control than you. So here’s...
Building an Emergency Fund when you're “Part-Time” Military
When people hear “part-time military,” they often picture one weekend a month and two weeks in the summer. Most National Guard members know that’s rarely reality. You’re balancing a civilian career, military obligations, family responsibilities, and the possibility that your schedule could change overnight. Whether it's a state activation, a deployment, additional schools, or a natural disaster re...
Creating the Perfect Cozy Fall Spot for Your Cat
When the crisp autumn air has arrived and leaves begin to fall, we as humans aren’t the only ones looking to get a little extra cozy. Our feline friends are natural-born heat seekers, and fall is the perfect time for them to master the art of lounging in a cozy and snug corner! Chasing the Autumn Sun:The angle of the sunlight changes when fall arrives, those bright spots on the floor shift making ...
