Saving and Investing
August 2020
Roth Thrift Savings Plan
Short - and Long-Term Savings Goals
Earn, Spend, Protect, Borrow, Save and Invest
Article | June 2021
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.
How to Control Your Budget When Your Spouse Is Deployed
Article | June 2020
Your spouse’s deployment doesn’t need to throw your finances off track.
Tools to Help you Save for the Future
Article | May 2021
In the military, you learn to prepare for the future by using the tools at your disposal. Saving money is one important aspect of this. The more money you save, the more prepared you will be for opportunities or unexpected events that come your way. Read about several savings tools to help you get the most out of your military pay.
How to Create a Financial Plan for Every Phase of Life
December 2020
A financial plan evaluates your current financial state, sets goals for your future and makes a concrete plan for financial freedom.
How to Teach Kids About Money In Your Busy MilLife
June 2021
This article provides resources and practical ideas for teaching your kids money management skills.
Getting a Tax Refund? Seven Ways You Can Put it to Good Use
Article | April 2021
Getting a tax refund may seem like free money, but it’s not. It’s money you worked hard for and are entitled to get back from the government. As you decide what to do with your refund ─ whether you are looking to help secure you financial future or otherwise ─ consider these options.
Save Money Every Day
Article | April 2020
As a new service member, you probably have financial pressures you’ve never faced before, such as paying rent or buying a car. And you’re beginning to make financial choices that can negatively or positively impact your future, such as paying off credit card debt.
Thrift Savings Plan Options: Making Your Retirement Dollars Work for You
Article | April 2020
It’s never too early to start saving for retirement. The best way to get started is the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement savings plan for federal employees and members of the uniformed services that gives you two ways to sock away some cash.
Your Deployment Plan for Staying Fiscally Fit
Article | October 2021
Deployment can impact a household budget. Your pay could change, or you could incur some unexpected expenses. With the right information and a little extra effort, you can stay fiscally fit during deployment and stay in command of your household budget. Follow these tips to achieve financial stability and health even while you’re gone.
Money Matters Courses
October 2020
Five courses outline the fundamentals of money management, motivating you to become financially savvy. Developed by financial experts who understand the military, the modules help service members and their families understand consumer credit,. …
Financial Counseling – The Essentials
Essentials | March 2019
You don’t need to tackle issues like mounting debt or saving for college or retirement alone; Military OneSource financial counselors are available in-person, over the phone and video. Financial counseling gives you an opportunity to talk to a trained professional – one who is familiar with the issues that affect service members – about your questions and receive referrals to services and programs that meet your specific needs. Rest assured, Military OneSource financial counselors will not push products or plans on you.
Budgeting Tips to Successfully Balance Your Budget
April 2020
Learning to balance your budget is a necessary life skill. While it sounds like a chore, once you develop some sound budgeting strategies, you can enjoy the security it provides and build wealth. Plus, keeping sound finances is important for your security clearance.
Are You Financially Fit? How to Make Financial Wellness Happen
Article | April 2020
They say money can’t buy happiness, but a financially-healthy future can buy peace of mind. Plus, financial security at home allows service members to be more focused and mission-ready.
Financial Counseling Services for a Secure Future
Article | May 2020
Financial security at home helps you be more focused and mission ready. To help you be your best both financially and professionally, Military OneSource offers free financial counseling to service members and their families on issues such as budgeting, money management and debt reduction.
Personal Finance – Resources
Resources | October 2020
Service members and their families have access to numerous resources to save money and manage expenses. Learn more about ways to save and protect your family’s financial health with the following. …
Personal Financial Management Counseling Options
Article | May 2020
The Department of Defense offers a number of financial counseling options for you and your family to help plan and control your financial future.
Military Families, Plan Now to Reach Your Financial Goals
Article | April 2020
You have a unique vision of what you want the future to look like. Maybe you want to buy a home, send your children to college or you’re looking toward retirement. When it comes to planning for your “some-day” expenses, they become a lot more attainable if you start planning and saving early.
Home Disaster Planning – The Essentials
Essentials | December 2018
No one likes to envision the possibility of natural disasters like floods, fires, hurricanes or tornados in their future, nor do they like to think about crimes like theft and vandalism. However, by investing the time now in a little preparation, you can have peace of mind later.
The Department of Veterans Affairs Home Loan Basics
Article | April 2021
The first step toward owning your own home is meeting with a lender to secure a loan. The Home Loan Program, through the Department of Veterans Affairs, is a substantial benefit you have earned with your military service. These invaluable loans require no down payment, no private mortgage insurance, and negotiable interest rates.
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