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Why Are Mortgage Rates Still Rising? Here's what we know.
Understand why mortgage rates keep rising, including how inflation, world events, the Federal Reserve, and bond prices affect rates for home…
Oct 21, 2022
Veteran Spotlight: Jeff Robertson of Skeletons for St. Jude
Meet Army veteran Jeff Robertson, whose Skeletons for St. Jude Halloween display has raised over $200,000 for St. Jude Children's Research H…
Oct 14, 2022
Financial and Mental Health Go Hand and Hand
Self-care is now a marketable catchphrase and the wellness industry keeps growing, but one area is left out of the conversation: financial h…
Oct 6, 2022
Understanding the Current Interest Rate Impact
GoVA's CEO explains how rising Federal Reserve interest rates affect the housing market and mortgage rates, with practical advice for today'…
Sep 29, 2022
Weekly Budgeting 101
One of the best ways to get used to budgeting is to start weekly. A weekly budget is a valuable tool, and here are simple steps to get you s…
Sep 21, 2022
Veteran Spotlight: John Nagle
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…
Sep 15, 2022
Job Hunting Tips for Transitioning to a Civilian Career
Get practical job hunt tips for service members transitioning to civilian careers, covering resumes, cover letters, virtual interviews, and …
Sep 7, 2022
Renting vs. Buying: What You Need to Know
Renting and buying a home both carry risks. Buying builds equity but brings financial exposure, while renting means no chance to build equit…
Aug 31, 2022
7 Questions We Asked a Mortgage Lender for You
We asked a mortgage lender 7 common questions about loan types, down payments, and credit so military families can shop for a mortgage with …
Aug 24, 2022
How to Highlight Your Military Experience for Your Resume
Learn how to translate your military experience into resume skills employers value, from leadership to discipline, for a stronger job search…
Jul 27, 2022
PTSD Awareness Month
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…
Jul 12, 2022
Decorating Hacks for Military Housing
A military spouse shares budget-friendly decorating hacks to make temporary military housing feel like home, no painting or permanent change…
Jun 9, 2022Put these articles to work.
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