Personal Finance

Achieving financial security might be easier than you think, especially with the help of Military OneSource. Learn some personal finance basics like how to pay down debt, manage a checking account, choose good investments and create a family budget. Read up on different military pay and compensation benefits, consumer rights and military savings programs. Discover how to create a financial plan for every phase of your life. Military OneSource offers free services and resources so you can prepare for a secure future.

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UNDERSTANDING THE BASICS

Budgeting and Saving – The Essentials

Borrowing – The Essentials

Blended Retirement System – The Essentials

Protecting Your Finances – The Essentials

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Request Emergency Financial Assistance if Impacted by COVID-19

Sept. 30, 2021, 8:05 a.m. 5 minute read 129,963 views

Service members and their families who have been affected financially as a result of travel restrictions, closures and other events associated with coronavirus disease 2019 can check with their service relief organization to see if emergency help is available

25 Money-saving Tips for Military Families

Sept. 1, 2021, 11:25 p.m. 6 minute read 50,360 views

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?” Here are 25 other money-saving tips. Go ahead, wave your frugal flag.

How to Control Your Debt When You’re in the Military

July 14, 2021, 5:01 a.m. 3 minute read 1,251 views

Take control of your finances by gaining a better understanding of your debt and how to work toward paying off what you owe. Create a plan now and commit to your financial freedom.

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7 Steps Military Families Can Take to Save Money

June 27, 2021, 7:54 p.m. 2 minute read 57,275 views

Saving money takes time, discipline and commitment, which is nothing new to military families. These seven steps will help you on your journey to financial security.

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Earn, Spend, Protect, Borrow, Save and Invest

June 23, 2021, 2:48 p.m. 5 minute read 36,796 views

During Military Consumer Month, and whenever you sit down to work on your financial goals, think through how you can maximize what you earn, spend wisely, protect your assets and be a savvy borrower, saver and investor.