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Earning College Credit for Military Service

By Kevin Flynn College credit for military service A good way to leverage service in the military is to take advantage of the educational benefits associated with serving. In addition to the GI Bill which may pay up to $51,000 in benefits, soldiers, sailors and marines may be able to earn college credit for knowledge acquired while on the job. First there are ACE credits. … [Read more...]

Veterans Day is a Day to Remember

https://youtu.be/pVfMp2f94po?si=mik_3SZJrwpT6gjc By Kevin Flynn The feeling of this day has changed since 9/11. During the Cold War, a much larger segment of society experienced military service. There was a shared point of reference after Vietnam was lost. Economist Milton Friedman argued for an all-volunteer force in his famous book, Capitalism and Freedom, and … [Read more...]

How Can I Send a Care Package to the Troops?

By Kevin Flynn The United Service Organizations (USO) has a program to send care packages to the troops. Operation USO Care Package was created to support the troops involved in Operations Enduring and Iraqi Freedom Operation. The USO is a rock solid ethical organization that has been vetted (the USO has been serving the troops for 67 years, it was formed during WWII) so … [Read more...]

Can I Join the Military if I’m Obese?

By Kevin Flynn Can I join the military if I am out of shape? Does the military want people who are already in shape or are they happy to take less than fit personnel and build them into fit soldiers or sailors? This is an important issue because today's youth are trending towards couch potatoes. Recent statistics point to 23 percent of 18- to 34-year-old are now obese, up … [Read more...]

ASVAB and How it Relates to Joining the Military?

ASVAB and How it Relates to Joining the Military?

By Kevin Flynn The ASVAB is the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery and it is a test a person takes when they are considering joining the military. This test determines what job an applicant may be suited for and if the required minimum aptitude is met. The Navy's website describes the test this way: It's an aptitude test that will determine your strengths and … [Read more...]

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Army Unveils Lightweight Combat Assault Ration

JULY 25, 2025 – The Army’s new close combat assault ration features a 39% volume reduction and 17% weight reduction compared to existing field rations, allowing warfighters to carry five days’ worth of nutrition in a three-day footprint. The new, lightweight, energy packed, nutrient-dense, individual field ration, called the Close Combat Assault Ration, CCAR, is […]

Air National Guard Unveils New Bonus Program

MARCH 11, 2023 – On March 1st, the Air National Guard (ANG) launched a new bonus program to attract and retain personnel in critical specialties. The initiative offers significant financial rewards, with bonuses of up to $90,000 for eligible members, depending on their Air Force Specialty Codes (AFSCs). This strategic move aims to strengthen the […]

Education Benefits Make Stronger Service Members

APRIL 3, 2025 – Within the armed forces, a variety of educational benefits are available that allow service members to both improve themselves and make themselves more valuable to their service branch. One example is the Military Tuition Assistance Program. The program is available to enlisted personnel, officers and warrant officers in the Army, Navy, […]

Former Soldier Navigates Job Hunt

NOVEMBER 19, 2024 — In early 2017, Michael Quinn endured what he called the worst day in the worst year of his life. Quinn, then a sergeant major and 24-year Army Soldier, had weathered deployments in Iraq, Afghanistan and the Philippines. As an Army counter-intelligence agent, he said he learned to operate under grave circumstances […]

Financial Planning for Military Families

JUNE 25, 2025 – Have you ever wondered how military families manage their finances while dealing with deployments, relocations, and changing pay structures? Financial planning is a vital part of life for families who serve. With unique benefits, challenges, and lifestyle changes, military families must make smart financial decisions that protect their future and help […]

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