FEBRUARY 28, 2023 - For military members facing unexpected and emergency expenses, online cash advance services can provide fast and critical financial relief. With the help of these services, military members can cover costs and make ends meet in difficult times. According to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, free military, financial assistance, and resources are … [Read more...]
Tax & Finance Tips for Current & Former Military Members
FEBRUARY 14, 2023 - Whether you're still on active duty, in the reserves, or have separated from a stint in the armed services, it's important to keep current with all the financial and tax-related information that directly affects your life. The good news is that there are several excellent, no-cost resources from the US government that can help in this regard. However, it's … [Read more...]
Military Budgeting: Best Practices for Financial Success
FEBRUARY 9, 2023 - The topic of budgeting can be daunting, especially for military servicemembers and veterans. Discussing finances can evoke feelings of anxiety and uncertainty, leading to more questions than answers. While times can certainly be tough, maintaining a healthy relationship with money starts with implementing and sticking to a budget. It’s important to … [Read more...]
2023 CONUS COLA Rates Released
DECEMBER 27, 2022 - The Defense Department released the 2023 Continental United States Cost-of-Living Allowance (CONUS COLA) rates, which take effect Jan. 1, 2023. In 2023, $8 million will be paid to approximately 5,000 service members stationed within CONUS. CONUS COLA is a supplemental allowance designed to help offset higher prices in the highest-cost locations in CONUS … [Read more...]
5 Ways Military Parents Pay for College
DECEMBER 23, 2022 - Future college students who want an effective way to cover some or all of their educational expenses should think military. That's because there are several ways to get the armed services to foot at least a portion of a college, grad school, or Ph.D. degree. The good news is that there are multiple approaches for getting cash, stipends, scholarships, and … [Read more...]