<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>GoVA News &amp; Articles</title><description>Financial education for military members, veterans, and their families.</description><link>https://mygova.com/</link><item><title>DoD SkillBridge: Get a Civilian Job Before You Separate</title><link>https://mygova.com/dod-skillbridge-program-military-to-civilian-job/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/dod-skillbridge-program-military-to-civilian-job/</guid><description>SkillBridge lets you train or intern with a civilian employer during your last months of service, at full pay. Here is how eligibility and approval work.</description><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>SGLI to VGLI: Life Insurance After You Leave the Military</title><link>https://mygova.com/sgli-to-vgli-life-insurance-after-military-service/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/sgli-to-vgli-life-insurance-after-military-service/</guid><description>Leaving service ends your SGLI coverage. Here is how VGLI works, the deadlines that decide whether you need a medical exam, and what it costs.</description><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>MyCAA Scholarship: Up to $4,000 for Military Spouse Careers</title><link>https://mygova.com/mycaa-scholarship-military-spouse-career-training/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/mycaa-scholarship-military-spouse-career-training/</guid><description>See how the MyCAA scholarship helps eligible military spouses pay for a license, certification, or associate degree, and how to check your eligibility.</description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>VA Loan Entitlement: Can You Use It More Than Once?</title><link>https://mygova.com/va-loan-second-tier-entitlement/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/va-loan-second-tier-entitlement/</guid><description>Learn how VA loan entitlement works, what second-tier entitlement means, and how it can let you buy again without selling your current home first.</description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>VA IRRRL: How the Streamline Refinance Works in 2026</title><link>https://mygova.com/va-irrrl-streamline-refinance-guide/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/va-irrrl-streamline-refinance-guide/</guid><description>See how the VA IRRRL streamline refinance can lower your rate with less paperwork, who qualifies, and how it compares to a VA cash-out refinance.</description><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>VA Loan Eligibility: Who Qualifies and How to Get Your COE</title><link>https://mygova.com/va-loan-eligibility-certificate-of-eligibility/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/va-loan-eligibility-certificate-of-eligibility/</guid><description>Learn the VA loan eligibility rules for active duty, veterans, Guard, Reserve, and surviving spouses, and how to request your Certificate of Eligibility.</description><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Breaking Free from Deployment Debt</title><link>https://mygova.com/deployment-debt-military-families/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/deployment-debt-military-families/</guid><description>Deployment debt is more common than you think. Learn how military families can create a debt payoff plan and build wealth with free tools on The Edge.</description><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Building Financial Security Beyond an Emergency Fund</title><link>https://mygova.com/financial-security-military-families/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/financial-security-military-families/</guid><description>Less than half of military families have $500 saved. Build your emergency fund, protect your credit score, and invest for long-term security.</description><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>VA Cash-Out Refinance: Tap Your Home Equity as a Veteran</title><link>https://mygova.com/va-cash-out-refinance/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/va-cash-out-refinance/</guid><description>Learn how the VA cash-out refinance works, who qualifies, and how to use your home equity wisely.</description><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Vehicle Protection Strategies for Military Families</title><link>https://mygova.com/vehicle-protection-strategies/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/vehicle-protection-strategies/</guid><description>Military vehicle protection from active duty to retirement. Compare car warranty options, financing tips, and savings tools for every career stage.</description><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Best Military Home Upgrades Before PCS</title><link>https://mygova.com/military-home-upgrades-before-pcs/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/military-home-upgrades-before-pcs/</guid><description>Discover the best home upgrades before your next PCS — flooring, windows, curb appeal, and more-- that build resale value for military homeowners.</description><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Preparing Your Home Before Deployment: A Checklist</title><link>https://mygova.com/prepare-home-before-deployment-checklist/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/prepare-home-before-deployment-checklist/</guid><description>Use this military family deployment checklist to prepare your home before the service member leaves: home security &amp; protection, maintenance, and finances.</description><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Military Veterans Retire To These Top 10 Cities</title><link>https://mygova.com/top-10-cities-military-veterans-retire/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/top-10-cities-military-veterans-retire/</guid><description>When military Veterans retire and choose a &quot;forever home,&quot; they flock to these 10 U.S. cities. Is yours on the list? Should it be?</description><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Military Homeownership After 50</title><link>https://mygova.com/military-homeownership-after-50/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/military-homeownership-after-50/</guid><description>Military veterans: Take advantage of dropping rates and your VA loan benefit for homeownership. Expert tips on refinancing, upgrades, and home investments.</description><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Reduce Your Financial Stress, Military Members!</title><link>https://mygova.com/how-to-reduce-your-financial-stress/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/how-to-reduce-your-financial-stress/</guid><description>Service members and military spouses experience stress from PCS moves and other challenges. Learn easy ways to reduce financial stress.</description><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Military Families, Maximize Your Tax Refund</title><link>https://mygova.com/military-families-maximize-your-tax-refund-invest-and-save/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/military-families-maximize-your-tax-refund-invest-and-save/</guid><description>Military income is not always taxable, so learn how to invest and save your tax refund to maximize results for your family.</description><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Military Identity Theft Protection Guide</title><link>https://mygova.com/military-identity-theft-protection/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/military-identity-theft-protection/</guid><description>Learn how service members &amp; Veterans can protect against military identity theft. Get free credit monitoring and scam protection tools from The Edge.</description><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Vacation Discounts for Military Families</title><link>https://mygova.com/the-best-vacation-discounts-for-military-families/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/the-best-vacation-discounts-for-military-families/</guid><description>Whether you want a trip to the beach or an amusement park, these are the best vacation discounts for military families.</description><pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Top 10 Bases for Military Families</title><link>https://mygova.com/top-10-bases-for-military-families/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/top-10-bases-for-military-families/</guid><description>What are the favorite bases for military families of each branch? Find out the best locations with quality amenities and local activities!</description><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Winter Home Maintenance Tips for Military Families</title><link>https://mygova.com/military-home-maintenance-winter/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/military-home-maintenance-winter/</guid><description>Protect your investment with smart military home maintenance. Get veteran discounts on windows, metal roofing, and home security systems now.</description><pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Real Military Families, Real Budget Wins</title><link>https://mygova.com/military-family-budget-wins/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/military-family-budget-wins/</guid><description>Here&apos;s what military and Veteran members of The Edge learned about managing money and creating a budget that works for them.</description><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>2025 Veterans Day Discounts for Military Families</title><link>https://mygova.com/veterans-day-2025/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/veterans-day-2025/</guid><description>See verified 2025 Veterans Day discounts on subscriptions, home services, insurance, and more for veterans and military families this November.</description><pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>The VA Loan: What Military Families Need to Know</title><link>https://mygova.com/va-loan-what-military-families-need-to-know/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/va-loan-what-military-families-need-to-know/</guid><description>Find out the 6 benefits of a VA loan, and how military families become eligible for this home-buying benefit.</description><pubDate>Sat, 04 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Military Housing Scams: How to Avoid VA Loan Fraud</title><link>https://mygova.com/avoid-military-housing-scams/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/avoid-military-housing-scams/</guid><description>GoVA partnered with the BBB to protect military families from military housing scams, VA Loan scams, and false rental listings.</description><pubDate>Wed, 01 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Veteran Financial Stress: Suicide Risk and What to Do</title><link>https://mygova.com/veteran-financial-stress/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/veteran-financial-stress/</guid><description>4 of the top 20 veteran suicide risk factors are financial. Discover your Financial Stress Score and get free tools to reduce life-threatening financial stress.</description><pubDate>Fri, 08 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Military Home Warranties: Protecting Your Investment</title><link>https://mygova.com/military-home-warranties/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/military-home-warranties/</guid><description>Military home warranties: appliance costs, HVAC coverage, VA loan benefits, and key questions for families. Smart protection for frequent movers.</description><pubDate>Thu, 24 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Military Consumer Month 2025: Protection from Scams &amp; Fraud</title><link>https://mygova.com/military-consumer-month-2025-protecting-military-families-from-scams-and-fraud/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/military-consumer-month-2025-protecting-military-families-from-scams-and-fraud/</guid><description>How Military Consumer Month 2025 protects families from $584M in annual fraud losses. Join GoVA’s free FTC session July 17 plus BBB ScamTracker tools.</description><pubDate>Wed, 09 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Contest Winner Shares Veteran Financial Tips</title><link>https://mygova.com/veteran-financial-tips/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/veteran-financial-tips/</guid><description>Meet an Army Veteran and Fresh Start 2025 winner who shares financial tips and how The Edge&apos;s free resources help military families succeed.</description><pubDate>Wed, 04 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Contest Winner Success Story: The Edge Empowers This Family</title><link>https://mygova.com/contest-winner-edge-member-testimony/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/contest-winner-edge-member-testimony/</guid><description>How Fresh Start 2025 runner-up Suzanna used The Edge’s financial tools for college savings, mortgage planning, and giving back to her community.</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Tips for a Transitioning Military Spouse Entrepreneur</title><link>https://mygova.com/tips-for-military-spouse-entrepreneur/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/tips-for-military-spouse-entrepreneur/</guid><description>Practical tips for the military spouse entrepreneur on location, funding, and business resources, plus how The Edge can support your journey.</description><pubDate>Wed, 23 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Veteran Retirement Planning: Protecting Your Finances</title><link>https://mygova.com/veteran-retirement-planning/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/veteran-retirement-planning/</guid><description>Protect your financial future after the military. Identity theft prevention, life insurance &amp; retirement planning: guard what you&apos;ve earned.</description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Military Car Buying: How to Buy, Insure, and Ship a Vehicle</title><link>https://mygova.com/military-car-buying/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/military-car-buying/</guid><description>Navigate military car buying: how to get affordable financing, choose PCS-friendly vehicles, and find insurance and warranties for military life.</description><pubDate>Thu, 20 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Military Car Insurance Tips: GoVA Featured in Yahoo!Finance</title><link>https://mygova.com/military-car-insurance-yahoofinance/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/military-car-insurance-yahoofinance/</guid><description>GoVA featured in Yahoo!Finance: Learn military car insurance discounts and essentials. Access free resources on The Edge to find the best rates and protection.</description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Protecting What You&apos;ve Earned: Veteran Benefits</title><link>https://mygova.com/protecting-veteran-benefits/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/protecting-veteran-benefits/</guid><description>Learn protection strategies for military life transitions, veteran benefits, and safeguarding your family&apos;s financial future after military service.</description><pubDate>Tue, 04 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>PCS Financial Guide: Managing Military Moving Expenses</title><link>https://mygova.com/military-moving-expenses/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/military-moving-expenses/</guid><description>Military PCS financial guide: manage military moving expenses, maximize PCS reimbursements, and save on DITY/PPM moves. Tips for your next military move.</description><pubDate>Fri, 28 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Military Retirement Planning: A Guide to Your Transition</title><link>https://mygova.com/military-retirement-planning/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/military-retirement-planning/</guid><description>Military retirement planning guide: VA benefits, GI Bill transfer, TSP decisions, healthcare options for a military retirement transition.</description><pubDate>Fri, 14 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Military Home Maintenance: Guide for First-Time Homeowners</title><link>https://mygova.com/military-home-maintenance-first-time-homeowners/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/military-home-maintenance-first-time-homeowners/</guid><description>Essential military home maintenance for first-time military homeowners. Learn maintenance tips, seasonal care, and protection strategies for your new home.</description><pubDate>Fri, 07 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Building Your Family&apos;s Financial Education Foundation</title><link>https://mygova.com/military-financial-education/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/military-financial-education/</guid><description>Discover military banking, insurance, &amp; savings strategies. Get free military financial education tools to build a strong financial future.</description><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Win $500 in the Fresh Start 2025 Contest for Edge Members!</title><link>https://mygova.com/fresh-start-2025-contest/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/fresh-start-2025-contest/</guid><description>Enter The Edge&apos;s Fresh Start 2025 Contest! Share your financial goals, gain free tools for budgeting, saving, etc. Runs January-March 2025.</description><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>5 Ways to Protect Your Wallet This Holiday Season</title><link>https://mygova.com/5-ways-to-protect-your-wallet-this-holiday-season-tips-for-military-families/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/5-ways-to-protect-your-wallet-this-holiday-season-tips-for-military-families/</guid><description>Military families, protect your wallet and make informed money choices with these financial tips for the holiday season.</description><pubDate>Wed, 11 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>GoVA partners with Wreaths Across America to Honor Veterans</title><link>https://mygova.com/wreaths-across-america/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/wreaths-across-america/</guid><description>Wreaths Across America coordinates wreath­-laying ceremonies at more than 3,400 locations across the United States.</description><pubDate>Thu, 05 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Holiday Spending Tips for Military Families GoVA</title><link>https://mygova.com/holiday-spending-tips-military-families/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/holiday-spending-tips-military-families/</guid><description>Get control of your budget with these holiday spending tips to keep military families on track with their holiday finances.</description><pubDate>Wed, 20 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Extended Warranties Military Guide: GoVA</title><link>https://mygova.com/extended-warranties-military-guide-what-service-members-need-to-know/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/extended-warranties-military-guide-what-service-members-need-to-know/</guid><description>What service members need to know about how military life impacts extended warranties for vehicles, appliances, and more.</description><pubDate>Wed, 06 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Military Family Financial Tools: Our Contest Winner</title><link>https://mygova.com/military-family-financial-tools-winner/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/military-family-financial-tools-winner/</guid><description>This Army Veteran uses military family financial tools on The Edge with personalized learning paths for goals like budgeting &amp; credit monitoring.</description><pubDate>Fri, 01 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Military Mental Health and Financial Wellness</title><link>https://mygova.com/financial-wellness-mental-health-military-families/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/financial-wellness-mental-health-military-families/</guid><description>Military mental health is directly tied to financial wellness and money habits. Military families can improve both through GoVA&apos;s resources.</description><pubDate>Tue, 15 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Financial Professionals: Coaches, Counselors, and Planners</title><link>https://mygova.com/financial-professionals-coaches-counselors-and-planners/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/financial-professionals-coaches-counselors-and-planners/</guid><description>When should you connect with financial professionals? Military members of The Edge get free counseling from a coach, counselor, or planner.</description><pubDate>Thu, 19 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>The Ultimate Guide to Military Car Insurance</title><link>https://mygova.com/the-ultimate-guide-to-military-car-insurance/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/the-ultimate-guide-to-military-car-insurance/</guid><description>Discover military car insurance discounts, plus details on how auto insurance works during PCS moves, deployments, and military life.</description><pubDate>Wed, 11 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>TSP vs. IRA: Military Retirement Savings Options</title><link>https://mygova.com/tsp-vs-ira-maximizing-your-military-retirement-savings/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/tsp-vs-ira-maximizing-your-military-retirement-savings/</guid><description>Military members need to compare their Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) to IRA and other retirement accounts to maximize their retirement savings.</description><pubDate>Wed, 28 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Navigating Military Life Insurance</title><link>https://mygova.com/navigating-military-life-insurance-your-guide-to-financial-protection/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/navigating-military-life-insurance-your-guide-to-financial-protection/</guid><description>Here&apos;s your guide to financial protection through military life insurance: SGLI, VGLI, and private insurance options. Which is best for you?</description><pubDate>Wed, 21 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Back to School Discounts for Military Families</title><link>https://mygova.com/back-to-school-deals-discounts-for-military-families/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/back-to-school-deals-discounts-for-military-families/</guid><description>These back-to-school discounts for military families will help you save money on school supplies, tutor assistance, and more.</description><pubDate>Tue, 13 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>High-Interest Savings Accounts for Military</title><link>https://mygova.com/high-interest-savings-accounts-boost-your-military-savings/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/high-interest-savings-accounts-boost-your-military-savings/</guid><description>Details about high-interest savings accounts, which benefits are best for military life, and finding a good rate on a savings account.</description><pubDate>Fri, 09 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Credit Repair for Military: How to Boost Your Score</title><link>https://mygova.com/credit-repair-for-military-boost-your-credit-score/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/credit-repair-for-military-boost-your-credit-score/</guid><description>Learn what factors influence your credit score, and how to improve it, using these free resources for credit repair for military.</description><pubDate>Wed, 31 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>GoVA - VA Mortgage Loans, Resources and More</title><link>https://mygova.com/credit-card-tips-for-military-families/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/credit-card-tips-for-military-families/</guid><description>Which credit card is best? What is the SCRA? How do credit cards affect your credit score? Get these credit card tips for military families.</description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Military Childcare Challenges for Young Military Families</title><link>https://mygova.com/military-childcare/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/military-childcare/</guid><description>Explore military childcare challenges, from CDC waitlists to off-base options. Find resources to make quality childcare affordable.</description><pubDate>Tue, 25 Jun 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>How to Avoid Military Family Overspending</title><link>https://mygova.com/your-money-or-your-life-how-to-avoid-military-family-overspending/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/your-money-or-your-life-how-to-avoid-military-family-overspending/</guid><description>Budget and spending tips for military families, from the book &quot;Your Money or Your Life,&quot; to avoid military family overspending.</description><pubDate>Thu, 06 Jun 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>The Edge: A Financial Education Resource for the Military</title><link>https://mygova.com/the-edge-new-financial-resource-for-military/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/the-edge-new-financial-resource-for-military/</guid><description>The Edge is a digital platform with free financial education for the military community, powered by GoVA. See our popular tools and courses.</description><pubDate>Tue, 07 May 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Is the U.S. Military an LMI Community for CRA?</title><link>https://mygova.com/govas-military-community-outreach-cra-for-bank-partners/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://mygova.com/govas-military-community-outreach-cra-for-bank-partners/</guid><description>Large parts of the military community qualify as LMI by income or by census tract. 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