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Personal finance insight and advice for Veterans, service members and their families
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Should I Stay or Should I Go? Pros and Cons of Leaving the ServiceIs leaving the service the right thing for you to do or should you stay? There are financial pros and cons to both staying in the military and getting a civilian job. -
Are You Eligible For The Military’s Unemployment Program?If you are separated from the military and do not have a post-military job lined up, the Unemployment Compensation for Ex-service members (UCX) provides financial benefits to those who qualify. -
6 Moves to Build Credit from ScratchIf you don't have a credit history, there are some simple steps to take to help establish and build up your score. Read on to find out what they are. -
5 Easy Ways to Protect Your Smartphone from Cyber AttackIt's always a good time to protect your phone from Cyber Attacks. Learn how to protect your phone with 5 easy steps and safeguard your information. -
Where Veteran's Charity Funds GoAvoid scam artists and know exactly where your veteran's charity funds go. Check out these tips here to stay in the clear! -
5 Reasons Members of the Military Go Into DebtHere are 5 ways members of the military accrue debt. Learn why they are more prone to debt and how they can get out of it.
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5 Easy Ways To Keep Your Identity SafeWe are constantly bombarded with information about identity theft, but protecting your identity doesn't have too be expensive and complicated.
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Using VA Benefits to Refinance Your MortgageWith rates at all time lows, military and veteran homeowners can take advantage of this by using VA benefits to refinance your mortgage.
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New Report Shows Military Personnel Costs Spiraling Out of ControlA recent report outlining military personnel costs from the Congressional Budget Office shows the cost per service member has nearly tripled since 1980.
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Military Tax Tips & Tricks: Filing Taxes OverseasThe last in our three-part series on military tax tips explores some of the special considerations and services available to help file taxes while overseas.
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Military Tax Tips & Tricks: Deductions and CreditsOur second piece in a three-part look at military tax benefits and opportunities covers tax credits and deductions, which can make a huge difference.
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Military Tax Tips & Tricks: Filing & BenefitsIt's tax season, and there are a number of military tax benefits that veterans and military families can capitalize on this year, including free filing.
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Paper or Plastic? 5 Reasons to Use Cash Over CreditIs cash king or does credit rule? There are ups and downs to both, but here are six compelling reasons why choosing cash over credit may save you dough.
