Tips for budgeting for the holidays
As the holidays get closer, many military families find themselves looking for ways to save money and budget appropriately for the upcoming gift-giving season. Random COVID-19 impulse buys, a downward…
That time US troops found 200 tons of stolen Nazi gold
In the closing months of World War II, the defeated Nazi Army scrambled to hide the hundreds of tons of gold they had despicably stripped from various nations during their occupation. As they hurriedly stashed their ill-gotten gains, they were unawa…
Pay charts in the military
Wondering how much you can make by joining the military? What about what you’ll get once promoted (or hitting another year in service)? Military pay is one of the most…
Why starting a currency collection is a good idea on active duty
Currency collection is a hobby that enhances art appreciation and expands your understanding of geography, politics and history. It has become a favorite hobby of many people, regardless of their…
The basic guide to BAH allowances
Basic allowance for housing — commonly known as BAH — is a tax-exempt addition to the service member’s paycheck. Available for active-duty soldiers of a certain rank or reservists and/or…
5 side hustles that make real dollars and sense for military families
According to the 2019 Blue Star Family survey, “financial issues” is a top stressor related to time in the military. More specifically, 44% of service members and 49% of military…
Navy veteran finds new purpose in an unlikely venture: Socks
Retired Navy Lt. Commander Anthony Cosby knows all about chasing purpose. He just never expected to find it in socks. Growing up in rural Alabama, Cosby’s first job was working…
This is how missing or captured troops get promoted
Bowe Bergdahl was Pfc. Bergdahl when he walked off his post in Paktika Province, Afghanistan, and was captured by the Taliban…
5 Great Tips for Investing in International Real Estate
Why Should You Invest in International Real Estate? There are many reasons why you would want to stick to a familiar real estate market. Investing in your state or country…
Six things to consider with the new payroll tax deferral
More than a million service members had an increase in their September mid-month pay because of the payroll tax deferral program set forth by President Trump. The
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