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 competitive rates, typically without a down payment.
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. What Is… 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 an informed decision about the best coverage. Learn 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.
Whether you are active duty, Guard or Reserve, or a veteran, financial planning is an important part of what DoD terms “financial readiness.”
There are a variety of options to explore when you’re learning how to invest. And while there are no risk-free investments, some are more suitable for the beginning investor than others. You should research your stock options carefully; the DoD cannot help servicemembers, military families, or veterans who lose money on the stock market. Investing… Read more »
Basics of Budgeting For First-Time Budgeters Have you ever wondered where all your monthly income went? We work hard every week and can’t seem to save anything or invest in our future. Some don’t have a budget and don’t keep track of how they spend over time. Budgeting can be a day-to-day transformation of how… Read more »