Service members and veterans have financial benefits and resources that their civilian friends don’t. Make sure to take advantage of these benefits. These include everything from exclusive life insurance options, to retirement benefits, to VA home loans. You have an amazing opportunity to save money, plan for retirement, and buy a home at good rates without a down payment.
The looming government shutdown crisis has been averted, at least for now. On the last day of September 2023, Congress found a way to sidestep partisan bickering, political posturing, and budget crisis theater long enough to pass a continuing resolution that keeps the federal government fully funded for an additional 45 days into the new… Read more »
Did you know that military life insurance options include both SGLI and private coverage? Unlike signing up for TRICARE, active duty troops are not restricted to using only the government-offered life insurance options, which include Veterans Group Life Insurance for those retiring or separating from the military.
Is there such a thing as no exam military life insurance? The short answer is yes, but there are caveats, which we will examine below. If you are in the military, you are provided life insurance coverage through Servicemembers’ Group Life Insurance, but some feel that coverage isn’t quite enough to protect their family. Veterans… Read more »
Find out what grieving families need to do in order to report the death of a military member or veteran to the VA and private life insurance providers.
Protect your loved ones in the event of your death with end-of-life planning. The VA has some advice for those facing these tough decisions.
If you are looking for life insurance, there are a few things you can do to help yourself make a more informed decision about the coverage you want. What should you do to make the best life insurance choices possible? We explore your options below. You’ll find important differences between military life insurance policies and… Read more »
Find out if you can get life insurance coverage even if you’re suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD. Learn more.
Are SGLI and VGLI enough? Here are some things to consider if you’re wondering if you need private life insurance coverage for your family.
Don’t feel life insurance is important? If you carry a lot of debt or want to make sure your family is provided for after you’re gone, life insurance can help. Learn more.
Financial Planning and Benefits for Military and Veterans Whether you are active duty, a member of the Guard or Reserve, or a veteran, financial planning is an important part of what some in the Department of Defense call “financial readiness.” Your military pay, benefits, and retirement options are all areas to work on from the… Read more »