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Spring Cleaning Your Finances in 5 Easy Steps
Spring cleaning isn’t just for closets, garages, and storage rooms. It’s also the perfect time to shake off last season's financial dust and get your budget ready for the months ahead. Whether you’re ...
New Year, New Money Habits: A Fresh Financial Start for Military Families
As we flip the calendar page to a new year, many of us are thinking about typical resolutions, such as losing weight, advancing in our careers, or maybe finally tackling that mess in the garage…but wh...
Finish Strong: Q4 Goal Setting
As a mom, military spouse, and veteran, I’ve learned that the last stretch of the year can feel like a mission in itself. Between school schedules, holiday planning, military events, and personal goal...
Time to Snag Some Fall Vibes on a Budget!
I don’t know about you, but in my opinion, the fall season is the best time of the year. You get to enjoy the cool crisp weather; you can be festive by decorating the inside and outside of your home a...
Operation Homeownership: 15-Year or 30-Year Mortgage? – What You Need to Know
Military families navigate unique financial terrain—frequent PCS moves, sudden deployments, and tight budgets all shape how and where you live. If you’re considering buying a home, selecting the right...
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...
Back-to-School on a Budget: 3 Smart Ways Military Families Can Save on Clothes (Especially Uniforms!)
If you’re like me, YOU LIKE TO PLAN! So, even it feels like school just let out, you’re already prepping for Back-to-School season. Whew! Between the supply lists, new routines, and a summer that’s fl...
Renters Insurance 101
As PCS season ramps up, it’s a great time to review your insurance coverages! Renters insurance is a really important coverage that, as a renter, everyone should be familiar with! It is a coverage tha...
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...
Save Money With These Green Tips For Your Home
Saving money and staying within budget is an ever present responsibility for most people. It’s certainly often a main priority for military families — as much as 90% of female military spouses are unf...
Here’s How To Host Thanksgiving on a Budget
If I had to pick one Holiday that “takes the cake…” or pie for that matter, it would be Thanksgiving. I LOVE hosting Thanksgiving, and have for the past 15+ years since I have been married, and I have...
Falling into Fun for All: Budget-Friendly Activities for Families and Couples
Fall is a season filled with vibrant colors, crisp air, and plenty of opportunities for fun-filled activities. Whether you’re looking to spend quality time with your family or enjoy a romantic outing ...
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National Pizza Month celebrates pizza’s popularity and its cultural and culinary significance. The idea was first suggested in 1984 by Gerry Durnell, the publisher of Pizza Today Magazine. He intended to praise the pizza business and show some love to the millions of people nationwide who enjoy it every year. The suggestion is that pizza lovers explore new flavors and appreciate the craftsmanship ...
To Pumpkin or Not to Pumpkin: Your Fall Recipe Guide
Fall is upon us, and that means cooler temperatures, fall foliage, a new season of The Great British Bake Off, and lots and lots of pumpkins. That also means it’s baking season! If you’re anything like me, you scour every source you can to find fun and new pumpkin recipes. Apple cider donuts? Yes, please. Cinnamon rolls? I’ll take two. Coffee cake? You had me at struesel. This is the time of year ...
VA DIC Benefits in 2026: Who Qualifies, Monthly Payments & How to Apply
When most military families hear about VA survivor benefits, they think about life insurance or a one-time death gratuity. That makes sense, but it overlooks an important benefit: a monthly, tax-free payment that some surviving spouses and family members may receive for years, and potentially for life.It's called Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC), and for an eligible family, it can make ...
