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Military Identity Theft Protection Guide
Learn how service members & Veterans can protect against military identity theft. Get free credit monitoring and scam protection tools from …
Jan 10, 2026
Vacation Discounts for Military Families
Discover the best vacation discounts for military families, including ITT office deals, amusement park passes, and Department of Defense lod…
Jan 2, 2026
Top 10 Bases for Military Families
Explore the top 10 military bases families love most, from Fort Carson to Naval Base San Diego, with details on amenities, schools, and comm…
Dec 19, 2025
Winter Home Maintenance Tips for Military Families
Protect your investment with smart military home maintenance. Get veteran discounts on windows, metal roofing, and home security systems now…
Dec 5, 2025
Real Military Families, Real Budget Wins
Real Edge members share budget wins and money-saving strategies that helped them pay off debt, navigate PCS moves, and reach their financial…
Nov 26, 2025
2025 Veterans Day Discounts for Military Families
See verified 2025 Veterans Day discounts on subscriptions, home services, insurance, and more for veterans and military families this Novemb…
Nov 3, 2025
The VA Loan: What Military Families Need to Know
Learn how the VA loan helps military families buy a home, including eligibility rules, key benefits, and situations where this financing opt…
Oct 4, 2025
Military Housing Scams: How to Avoid VA Loan Fraud
Learn to spot military housing scams and VA loan fraud with red flags, verification tips, and BBB resources to protect your family during a …
Oct 1, 2025
Veteran Financial Stress: Suicide Risk and What to Do
4 of the top 20 veteran suicide risk factors are financial. Discover your Financial Stress Score and get free tools to help reduce financial…
Aug 8, 2025
Military Home Warranties: Protecting Your Investment
Military home warranties: appliance costs, HVAC coverage, VA loan benefits, and key questions for families. Smart protection for frequent mo…
Jul 24, 2025
Military Consumer Month 2025: Protection from Scams & Fraud
How Military Consumer Month 2025 protects families from $584M in annual fraud losses. Join GoVA’s free FTC session July 17 plus BBB ScamTrac…
Jul 9, 2025
Contest Winner Shares Veteran Financial Tips
Meet an Army Veteran and Fresh Start 2025 winner who shares financial tips and how The Edge's free resources help military families succeed.
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