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2023 Contribution Limits for Thrift Savings Plan and IRAs

10 November 2022

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The IRS has announced the 2023 contribution limits for tax-advantaged retirement plans. Take advantage of your increased military pay for 2023 to beef up your contributions and save more for retirement. Don’t forget that you can contribute to both a 401(k)/TSP type employer-sponsored plan and an Individual Retirement Arrangement (IRA), and that non-working spouses can… | Read More…

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10 Things To Know About Money and Deployment

16 October 2022

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When people talk about deployment, one thing that often comes up is money. How do taxes work? How much do people spend on deployment? What do you do about the bills? What’s the best way to save? The answers to these questions are different for everyone. They will depend on the specifics of the individual… | Read More…

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Great Gifts For Military Service Members

12 December 2021

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Military life isn’t exactly known for being comfortable and fun. However, you can make it a little less painful by preparing your loved ones with some of these creature comforts. These items make great gifts, whether it’s the December holidays, a birthday, or pre-deployment. Note:  As much as I love a good surprise, I strongly… | Read More…

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Do I Need A General or Specific Power of Attorney?

7 April 2021

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What Powers of Attorney Do You Need? | www.katehorrell.com

If you ask around about powers of attorney, you will hear all sorts of information, and lots of it contradicts itself.  So, what is the real deal?  When do you need a power of attorney, what kind do you need, etc?  Every person has a different situation, so every person has a different answer.  The… | Read More…

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WELCOME!

Hi! I'm Kate! Accredited Financial Counselor®, Navy spouse, and mom of four.

Here at the blog, I talk about the financial issues that affect military families - pay, allowances, and benefits. Plus college stuff, landlording, moving, taxes. We cover a little bit of everything.

My goal is to give you the tools to make the best decisions right now, so you'll be confidently prepared for whatever comes next - whether that's a PCS move, transition to civilian life, or retirement.

So grab a cup of coffee, tea, or whatever makes you happy, and let's get to know each other.

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