MILSPOUSE BLOG
By now you’re likely feeling the impact of paying more at the grocery store and gas station. Are these increases starting to affect your daily decisions? If this is your experience, you are not alone. The force at work is called inflation. Inflation is a general increase in the overall price level of the goods…
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Perhaps now more than ever it’s important to talk about smart money moves with your children. We’re all feeling the impact of the rising cost of goods and services – otherwise known as inflation. As families look to tighten the belt on their budgets, it’s a great opportunity to use this as a teaching moment.…
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With the change in seasons, many are busy making summer travel plans. But don’t forget – there is an important deadline between now and then – April 18, the tax filing deadline. Whether you’re preparing your own taxes or seeking professional assistance, there’s some work to be done. Some COVID-era tax changes might also add…
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Frequent moves, employment challenges, training exercises, deployments, living away from your support network. As a military spouse, it is likely you have had to navigate your way through some or all of these hurdles. You may even be going through a few right now. These experiences can be hard logistically and emotionally. They can…
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Big ticket items can come up at any time of the year. Some we can predict and plan for and others we don’t see coming. For those unexpected expenses, experts recommend having a separate cash account to cover emergencies. Ideally, you should have three to six months of living expenses set aside. If that seems…
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Owning a pet can be a rewarding experience for the entire family. A pet provides companionship throughout all types of life changes, including moving or deployment of a Service member. Families with children experience the benefit of owning a pet to help teach children about compassion and responsibility. But it also comes with a price…
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Registration for fall sports and activities is in full swing! Kids’ activities can be pricey and add up quickly! Play offense and make plans to avoid blowing your budget. The key is to do your homework, ask good questions up front, and factor everything into your spending plan – even some extra laundry detergent for…
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You just got orders for a permanent change of station (PCS). What do you do first? Do a quick search to see how long it takes to get to the nearest coffee drive-thru? Probably. But next, you start investigating schools and child-care options. You begin crowdsourcing on social media to learn all you can about…
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Planning a summer vacation or trip after a deployment? Learn how Joderle saves for their trips! Joderle, a MilSpouse from Grissom AFB, Indiana has done a great job planning ahead for their annual couple’s vacation. After her husband’s first deployment, she saved up and planned a surprise trip to Greece! Read more about some of…
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Coffee shops, along with other public Wi-Fi network locations, can make you vulnerable to identity theft so use these tips to be vigilant and protect your personal information. Brittany, a MilSpouse from Fort Carson, Colorado discovered errors on her credit report during a credit check several years ago. At that point, she took advantage of…
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