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News & Articles for Military Families

118 articles on money, moves, and military life

Read USAF veteran John Nagle's story of using his VA loan benefit, GI Bill, and Tricare, plus his advice for troops transitioning out of the…

Get practical job hunt tips for service members transitioning to civilian careers, covering resumes, cover letters, virtual interviews, and …

Renting and buying a home both carry risks. Buying builds equity but brings financial exposure, while renting means no chance to build equit…

We asked a mortgage lender 7 common questions about loan types, down payments, and credit so military families can shop for a mortgage with …

Learn how a VA-backed cash out refinance lets veterans and service members tap up to 100% of home equity for renovations, debt, or retiremen…

Learn how to translate your military experience into resume skills employers value, from leadership to discipline, for a stronger job search…

For PTSD Awareness Month, learn what PTSD is, who is at risk, and how military members and their families can find support and effective tre…

Discover the top 5 VA loan benefits, from no down payment to competitive rates, that make VA loans a strong option for veterans and their fa…

A military spouse shares budget-friendly decorating hacks to make temporary military housing feel like home, no painting or permanent change…

GoVA founder and CEO Phil Jawny shares why he started GoVA and his best advice for military families buying their first home with a VA loan.

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