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The Intel on Compound Interest and How You Can Make It Work for You 

In my decades advising both soldiers in the field and clients at the bank, I’ve found very few financial tools as powerful—or as underappreciated—as compound interest. For those of us in the military, unique programs like the Blended Retirement System …

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Why Consolidation Loans for Veterans Are Worth Considering

For many veterans, the shift to civilian life brings unexpected financial strain. After years of deployments and frequent moves, debt can build up. If you’re dealing with multiple payments or high interest rates, the best consolidation loans for vetera…

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How Active-Duty Military Members Can Get Help With Credit Card Debt

Serving in the military comes with serious responsibilities—and sometimes, serious financial stress. From relocation costs to family emergencies, it’s easy for credit card balances to pile up. If you’re on active duty and struggling with debt, yo…

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Build and Maintain Your Budget—Your Plan for Success 

As military professionals, we know that mission success is built on discipline, planning, and execution. Just like preparing for a PT test or planning an operation, building and maintaining your budget is a critical part of achieving financial readines…

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Military Service Continuation Pay: The Windfall You Save or Spend?

The Blended Retirement System (BRS) includes a valuable feature called Continuation Pay. It’s a one-time payment you may receive between your 8th and 12th year of service if you agree to stay in the military for a few more years. If you’re planni…

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Your Emergency Fund: The Primary Fallback Position

I’ve spent most of my life wearing the uniform on Active duty, in the National Guard and the Army Reserve. Of the many things I’ve learned is you always have a back up plan. Tactically, we call it a fallback position. Strategically, we call it a contin…