SEPTEMBER 22, 2022 - Defense Department personnel with student loan debt might be able to benefit from temporary changes made to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. The Limited PSLF Waiver allows borrowers to receive credit for past periods of repayment, making it easier to have their loans forgiven. Those who have not already applied for this waiver must submit … [Read more...]
Military Consumer Month Focuses on Financial Literacy
JULY 29, 2022 – With inflation soaring in the U.S. and elsewhere, many among the military community, including reservists and veterans, are struggling to make financial ends meet and are in need of a good battle plan to beat their budget foes. Anyone in such a predicament would do well to employ the Department of Defense weapon system at their disposal – namely the Financial … [Read more...]
What is a Debt Management Plan?
JULY 15, 2022 - With debt in the United States at all-time highs, it's getting harder and harder for Americans to lift themselves out of it. So what are some of the best ways to get out of debt, and what is a debt management plan? What is a Debt Management Plan? A debt management plan can encompass a variety of different approaches designed to enable you to take control … [Read more...]
4 Tips for Finding The Top VA Home Loan Lenders
JULY 18, 2022 - When looking for a VA home loan, it is important to seek out the best lenders possible. It can be tricky to determine which lenders are the best, but there are a few things you can look for. In this article, we will give you six tips for finding the top VA home loan lenders. 1) Do your research Look for lenders who are familiar with the VA home loan … [Read more...]
DoD Authorizes Temporary Increase to 2021 BAH Rates
SEPTEMBER 27, 2021 - The Department of Defense has temporarily authorized increases in the 2021 Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) rates for 56 housing markets (commonly referred to as Military Housing Areas, MHAs) across the U.S. Uniformed service members who have incurred increased housing costs above their current BAH may be eligible to apply and receive BAH at the … [Read more...]