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Military and Divorce: Stuff You’ve Got To Consider

7 May 2018

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While a divorce is essentially a civilian matter, there are certain aspects of military pay and benefits that need to be considered when dealing with a marital separation or divorce where one or both members are in, or retired from, the military. All too often, I hear from one party who got the short end… | Read More…

Tricare Supplements: Do You Want One? Where Would You Get It?

5 March 2018

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Tricare health coverage is one of the most important benefits of military service. It provides excellent coverage at an amazing price. Tricare beneficiaries usually get to choose which Tricare plan they want to use. The different plans have different out-of-pocket costs. Depending on your Tricare plan, your status (active duty or retiree), your family size,… | Read More…

12 Ways To Prepared For The Next Government Shutdown

22 January 2018

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You’ve probably heard that the January 2018 government shutdown has ended, and Congress has agreed to fund the government for 17 more days. At that point, it is possible that we’ll be in the same situation we just left: a shutdown. What should military families be doing to be better prepared for the next government… | Read More…

Why You Don’t Stick To A Budget, And What To Do About It

8 December 2017

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Budget. Just the word makes a lot of people stop paying attention, and that’s a shame because a budget (I prefer “spending plan”) is the most effective way to create the financial life that you desire. Most people have tried to use a budget at some point in their lives, and very few people stick… | Read More…

Facebook Groups For Military Money

26 September 2017

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Facebook groups can be a great way to share with people who are in a similar location, have a shared lifestyle, or facing a common challenge. Military life can fall into all three of those categories! If you’re military, either currently or in the past, you probably have the same money questions and issues as… | Read More…

Smart Person Says: Unknown

23 May 2017

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From Pinterest, of all places, I found a quote that made me think about how much I love my emergency fund: How true is that? I know that my life feels like that sometimes. Sometimes it is the housework, sometimes it is work stuff, and sometimes it is the children. I especially hate it when… | Read More…

Taxes on Military Bonuses: How and Why

30 October 2016

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I’ve noticed a lot of confusion and frustration about taxes on military bonuses. That’s not surprising, because it IS confusing, but it doesn’t have to be too hard to understand. First, you have to have a firm grasp on how income taxes work. If you are not sure, then read How Income Taxes Work, and ask… | Read More…

55 Ways To Make 50 Dollars Fast

12 October 2016

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Nearly everyone has found themselves in a place where they could use a quick infusion of cash. Thankfully, there are a ton of ways to make money in this world. I’ve compiled a list of 50 51 55 ways to make 50 dollars fast. Look over the list, see what looks good to you, and give… | Read More…

Simplify Your Life By Using More Bank Accounts

14 March 2016

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Update: In the two years since I first wrote this post, I’ve opened even more bank accounts! Here’s what we’re doing now: Most people are looking for ways to improve their financial management. Maybe they need a complete overhaul, or maybe just a few small tweaks, but there is usually room for some improvement. Though… | Read More…

Everything About The Survivor Benefit Plan

13 January 2016

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The issue of military pay for surviving spouses (widows or widowers) is confusing and a little challenging. Military pay, retired or active, ends with the death of the service member, retired or active. However, a program was established in 1972 to allow retiring service members to purchase coverage that provides monthly income to survivors after the… | Read More…

Military and Divorce: Stuff You’ve Got To Consider

Tricare Supplements: Do You Want One? Where Would You Get It?

12 Ways To Prepared For The Next Government Shutdown

Why You Don’t Stick To A Budget, And What To Do About It

Facebook Groups For Military Money

Smart Person Says: Unknown

Taxes on Military Bonuses: How and Why

55 Ways To Make 50 Dollars Fast

Simplify Your Life By Using More Bank Accounts

Everything About The Survivor Benefit Plan

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