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112 articles on money, moves, and military life
Budgets and Saving

Military Appreciation Month: The Best Deals & Discounts

To kick off May, we cover the history behind Military Appreciation Month and spotlight popular benefits offered to military members and fami…

May 2, 2023
Budgets and Saving

Reduce Your Debt and Reach Your Savings Goals

Saving while carrying debt can feel impossible. With the right financial management, most people can pay down debt and save for the future a…

Apr 24, 2023
Military Life

Celebrating the Month of the Military Child

April is the Month of the Military Child. With over 1.6 million military children worldwide, we highlight the unique challenges these kids f…

Apr 17, 2023
Budgets and Saving

Preparing for the Unexpected and Saving for an Emergency

More than half of military and veteran families are unprepared for a financial emergency, and a third of serving families have under $500 sa…

Apr 6, 2023
Budgets and Saving

Start Your Savings Journey with Military Saves Week

Military Saves Week 2023 runs April 24-28, dedicated to helping service members, veterans, families, and caregivers build financial confiden…

Apr 4, 2023
Real Estate

VA Funding Fee Reductions Coming Soon

The VA announced reduced funding fees on purchase, construction, and cash-out refinance loans guaranteed by the VA and closed on or after Ap…

Mar 6, 2023
Real Estate

Your Seasonal Home Maintenance Guide

Inspecting your home and completing monthly home improvement projects will keep your maintenance schedule on track and easier to manage.

Dec 9, 2022
Military Life

5 VA Loan Facts You May Not Know

The strength of the VA Loan comes from the specific financial benefits this type of loan provides compared to other mortgage loan options.

Dec 2, 2022
Seasonal

5 Ways to Feel More Grateful and Thankful

By definition, thankfulness is feeling pleased and relieved. Gratefulness is showing appreciation for something done or received.

Nov 23, 2022
Military Life

Tips for First Time Home Buyers 2022

Extra knowledge will go a long way to saving money and avoiding mistakes that could derail your home buying plans.

Nov 18, 2022
Military Life

Veterans Day 2022: Honor

It's "Veterans Day," not "Veteran's Day."

Nov 11, 2022
Military Life

Giving Tuesday: What You Should Know

Giving Tuesday: What You Should Know

Nov 3, 2022

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