Lots of us make mistakes with our money — even me. There’s a lot to learn, and we’re always stumbling into new situations. While I’m educating people about their finances, I see the same oversights again and again. While the big ones are more obvious, there are a couple of seemingly smaller mistakes that can…
Economic stress is affecting everyone right now, including military-connected students and veterans. It’s more important than ever that you know your rights. And you have some important new rights about your debts. Your Stimulus Check Can’t Be Taken for Most Federal Debt, Even Unpaid Taxes You should know that, if you received a stimulus check…
2020 veterans and military discount list of hundreds of companies that offer military discounts to service members, retired military, veterans, spouses and their families. Advance Auto Parts 10% off regularly priced items for in-store purchases to customers who serve or have served our country’s Armed Services with ID. Anthem Wheels 15% discount on any set…
The federal government offers several Student Financial Aid Programs. These programs offer you low interest loans and grants (free money) for school. Unlike the GI Bill, these programs are paid by the Dept. of Education through the school. Federal Student Aid is designed to assist you in meeting the cost of tuition, books, fees, and living expenses while you…
The most underutilized services that active duty Air Force members have are the programs that the Force Support Squadron (FSS) offers. Every base has a FSS, and most bases have similar programs run by their FSS. Some of the best programs the FSS offers are Airmen and Family Readiness Center, the Auto Hobby Shop, Outdoor…
Major League Baseball teams are showing their appreciation for service members, both past and present, with military discounts on 2020 game tickets. Many teams also hold military appreciation days to honor those who have served our country. Look for your favorite team in the list below and take advantage of the military discounts that can help…
You’ve heard it time and again: “You need a college education if you want to make good money.” But that isn’t always the case. According to Monster.com, the average salary for an accountant with a college degree is $50,000. But, according to that same website, a licensed electrician also gets an average starting wage of $50,000….
Saving money in the military is not difficult, but the key is to start saving early. Saving money and getting out of debt to stay out of debt are the two keys to becoming financially stable. It’s easy to start saving in the military, and the advice below will explain how. Start a Thrift Savings Plan…
Want to protect your hard-earned cash? Military discounts go a long way. Always ask retailers, restaurants, airlines, motels and other establishments, “Do you have a military discount?” Meanwhile, here are 25 other money-saving tips. Go ahead, wave your frugal flag. Save at home 1. Trade time/repair skill with a neighbor. Swap services or trade time…
