When it comes to military personal finance, there is a unique set of difficulties AND benefits involved. These topics help to shine a light on some of those that will help you with money management while in the military.
Note: Some posts are not specifically for military families, but will include a military-related tips.
On Veterans Day, we pay tribute to the brave men and women who have served our country. This federal holiday, observed on November 11th, is a day dedicated to honoring and expressing gratitude to those who have served in the U.S. armed forces. Veterans Day originated as Armistice Day, commemorating the end of World War … Read more
Let me tell you, there’s nothing quite like the feeling of getting something for free, especially when you’re a military family. The support and appreciation shown to military families often come in the form of incredible freebies and discounted items and services. It kind of makes up for all of the moving and uprooting of … Read more
A TSP is what the federal government offers instead of a 401(k). Do you know what a TSP is and how it works? I knew it was a retirement plan, but my family went years without knowing how to properly utilize this great benefit.
Congratulations! If you’ve landed on this post, you probably have received orders for moving overseas or are interested in it. Some people don’t want to PCS overseas, but it can be the most amazing and enriching experience.
Many people have heard that personnel with dependents in the military get increased pay. While that is true, exactly how that works isn’t widely understood.
As a Navy family, my husband and I have saved thousands of dollars over the years by using a military budget worksheet similar to the one below. Well… technically, it was more basic and just a note created in the app of my cellphone. But isn’t paper and pen so much better? Anyways… It wasn’t … Read more