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Reflections On Spending During Lockdown – What Can You Learn From This Time At Home?

12 June 2020

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Like many families, the Horrells have been pretty well at home for nearly three months now. My husband is still going into the office most days, and one person had a doctor’s appointment that needed to happen, and we’re all going out for walks/runs/bike rides, but that’s about it. I’m thankful that we have the… | Read More…

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Financial Stability Lets You Focus On Your Family

9 May 2020

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It’s been quiet here at KateHorrell.com. I have a kid dealing with some medical stuff, and it’s been taking a lot of time that I would be spending on work-related things. I hope y’all will forgive me. Today, while I was busy feeling guilty about putting my family first, I had a really powerful realization:… | Read More…

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How Do You Define Poverty?

4 May 2020

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You know what is really easy? Noticing when other people say something not-so-smart. It is a lot harder to hear when YOU are the person saying something not-so-smart. A couple of months ago, I was chatting with an acquaintance about their upcoming cruise. I asked if they were doing anything at the various port calls…. | Read More…

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Introducing The Military Financial Advisors Association!

4 May 2020

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People ask me all the time: “Can you recommend a financial advisor?” I have a couple of names that I’ll share, but I feel like I should be able to provide a wider range of experiences and specialties. Well, now I can and it’s super easy. Those few advisors that I typically share, plus a… | Read More…

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Kate Rants: Choice Is Good. But Be Sure You Can Support Your Choices

24 April 2020

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You know how some weeks it seems like the same thing hits you over and over and over again? (And I’m not talking about how you get an explosion of IKEA ads on your Facebook feed right after talking to your sister, on the phone, about IKEA. That’s just creepy.) This week, it’s been people… | Read More…

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Moving My Investments From USAA/Victory Capital

20 April 2020

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Many of you are asking about USAA’s transfer of their investment products to Victory Capital and/or Charles Schwab. There is a lot happening, and it is confusing. I’m really not the best person to explain it. Thankfully my friend Doug Nordman has written a really good piece that explains what’s happening using small words and… | Read More…

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Every Paycheck A Fortune

8 April 2020

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“Every paycheck a fortune.” I love that phrase. It brings to mind a wide variety of ideas, but usually the first thing that I think is that we are forever increasing our lifestyle to make the statement untrue. Confused? Do you remember your first paycheck, or your first paycheck after a big pay jump? It… | Read More…

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What Military Families Should Do With Their 2020 Stimulus Check

3 April 2020

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Most military families will be receiving a stimulus check as part of the economic relief package to help people affected by COVID-19. Military families are in a unique position that they’ll continue to receive their full military paycheck, so the best thing for a military family to do with their stimulus payment may be different… | Read More…

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The Very First Step in Taking Control of Your Money

20 March 2020

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When I talk to people about their finances, most of them have concerns, and many have questions. The single most common question is, “I don’t know where to start.” Okay, it isn’t technically a question, but it is still a question.  Thankfully, it is an easy one. So, where should you start? Whether you are… | Read More…

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Four Ways To Fight Stress-Related Spending

16 March 2020

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Life can be overwhelming, and when you are overwhelmed, you let things go.This is a scientifically proven fact: people who are already under stress find it more difficult to maintain their willpower. This definitely translates into our financial lives. Even people who don’t enjoy retail therapy find that they are more likely to spend when… | 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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