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Federal, military credit unions offer shutdown financial assistance
Senate Democratic leaders and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif., face a looming Oct. 1 deadline to avoid a government shutdown
Why banks should be treated the same as credit unions on base
The authors of this commentary say Congress should level the playing field for banks and credit unions operating on military bases.
By Rob Nichols, Steve Lepper and Rebeca Romero Rainey
All troops will now get free credit monitoring service
Credit reporting companies agree to provide the free service to all active duty members.
By Karen Jowers
Here’s how to make your college costs and student loans work for you
If you or a family member is interested in higher education, or even if you already have student loans, you’ll need financing options. There are several ways you can approach the situation.
Mission renovation: Using your equity for home improvements
Whether it’s repairing a leaky roof or making your Pinterest kitchen become a reality, you can make your dreams come true by making your home equity work for you as a powerful financial tool. Here’s a few tips to keep in mind.
Here’s what troops need to know about new rules for free credit monitoring
Cost for credit monitoring can be $30 or more a month.
By Karen Jowers
4 Tips to Maximize Your Credit Card Rewards for Travel
If you’re a frequent traveler, live on-the-go or are booking a vacation, you have everything to gain from taking full advantage of the benefits and rewards of your credit card. Understanding your credit card’s reward system and policies can help you not only rack up points faster along the way, but can also ultimately save you money on vacation costs and even everyday expenses. Here are some tips for maximizing your credit card while you’re on the move this summer.
These nonprofits are teaming up to help vets struggling with financial issues — for free
The partnership allows both organizations to recommend veteran clients to each other based on their individual needs.
By Joshua Axelrod
Learn the top cities for servicemembers to retire
The United States has no shortage of amazing cities, but which ones are the best for veterans? Navy Federal Credit Union decided to find out. In 2018, they commissioned a study that looked at veterans’ income, unemployment rates and proximity to VA hospitals and military bases. They coupled those results with quality-of-life measures such as cost of living, the local economy and access to health resources and colleges. The results are in! According to the study, the following cities scored the highest for both veterans and quality of life.
Buying vs. leasing: considerations for the savvy car shopper
Do you want to drive the same sedan, truck or SUV for up to 10 years or switch vehicles every two or three years? The decision to buy or lease a new car can affect your finances and lifestyle, and it’s all about whether you want to be in it for the long or short term. The best plan of action is to consider the pros and cons of buying and leasing before you begin the car-buying process.
How to leverage credit card benefits afforded to service members
Service members should take advantage of the credit card benefits under SCRA and the Military Lending Act, this author says.
By Capt. Rich Dolan