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Military Relief Societies: Lending a Helping Hand

December 10, 2020

Military Relief Societies If you find yourself dealing with an emergency that brings with it unexpected expenses, financial support is available. Four military relief societies stand ready to help. Types of Support Army Emergency Relief Society, Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, Air Force Aid Society and Coast Guard Mutual Assistance provide no-interest loans, grants and many…

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How to Protect Your Personal Finances Now

April 20, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic sweeping the country and world is having a dramatic impact on how we live our lives and function within our communities. Many of us are affected by school and work closures and possibly even stay-at-home orders. Military families may also face additional uncertainty with the Stop Movement order impacting future assignments and…

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Start the New Year Right, Set Financial Goals

December 17, 2019

As 2019 draws to a close, many of us are looking toward the new year with big plans and aspirations. Carry this excitement over to your finances, too! Set financial goals in the new year to build a stronger financial future for you and your family. The previous year is history. You cannot go back…

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Tackle Unexpected Expenses with an Emergency Fund and Help from Relief Societies

October 28, 2019

One of life’s certainties is that it is uncertain, right? Life can throw a curveball in the form of a lost job, vehicle or home repair, health costs, or emergency travel, just to name a few. When these events occur, they can create havoc for a family’s financial stability. However, planning ahead and being familiar…

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Whoa, Baby! Four Financial Tips to Help You Prepare for Parenthood

April 17, 2019

Becoming a parent for the first time may be the most exciting (and scariest) time in your life, especially for your finances. Between diapers, day care, extra life insurance, and saving for college, there’s really no way around this fact. Kids cost money! Since your little bundle of joy probably won’t come with a bundle…

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4 Ways Military Spouses Strengthen the Family Finances

April 17, 2019

Whether you’re a military family, civilian family, or even the royal family, having a second income is likely a good thing! Yet, it’s a well-known fact that the frequent moves of military life can make it difficult for military spouses to find employment opportunities and contribute to their family’s income. But you don’t have to…

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