Media Kit for Community Leaders
Media Kit for Community Leaders
Whether you’re a military spouse looking for content to share in your local community or you’re running social media for an organization serving the military community – we have you covered!
Explore our library of trusted ready-made social media posts. You can search by a particular topic or scroll through some of our most popular posts. Feel free to pick a topic of interest then use our copy and graphics to share with your social media audience.
Be sure to check back periodically as we aim to keep this content fresh with our trending topics for you to share on your own social platforms. Please keep in mind content is subject to change.
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Types of Resources:
PCS Expenses
PCS
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https://www.milspousemoneymission.org/military-lifecycle-permanent-change-of-station-pcs/
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From travel costs ⛽ to overnight lodging 🏨, knowing how to best track your PCS expenses can be challenging. We've got 2️⃣ handy worksheets to help you take the first steps
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Retirement Planning
Planning for the Future
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https://www.milspousemoneymission.org/military-spouse-tip/retirement-begin-saving-early/
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The best time ⌚ to start investing for retirement is now 📌! Learn how you can start planning and contributing today:
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Program Promotion
Program Promotion
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https://www.milspousemoneymission.org/enewsletter-archives/
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Get 🔥 financial resources sent right to your inbox 📬 with the MilSpouse Money Mission eNewsletter. Sign up today ⬇️:
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National Pet Day
Pets
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https://www.milspousemoneymission.org/taking-ownership-of-your-budget-while-owning-a-pet/
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It’s National Pet Day 🐶🐱 ! We know you ❤️ your four-legged best friend like no other, and a big part of that means setting aside 💲💲💲 for their care. We’ve got tips to help you get started:
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Money and Kids
Money and Kids
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https://www.milspousemoneymission.org/military-spouse-raising-financial-fit-kids/
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Think it’s time ⏰ you started teaching your kids about 💲💲? Check out these money smart tips, tools and resources to set your MilKids up for 💵 success:
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Divorce
Divorce
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https://www.milspousemoneymission.org/divorce-touchpoint/
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If you are going through the process of ending your marriage, our new divorce section can walk you through financial considerations. Our resources will help you understand your rights as a MilSpouse and learn how to re-establish an emergency fund during this transition:
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Vacation Planning
Vacation Planning
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https://www.milspousemoneymission.org/planning-a-vacation-after-a-deployment-learn-how-joderle-saves-for-their-trips/
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Have you started planning your family’s summer vacation? ⛱ Here are our top three tips to help you get your finances vacation-ready in advance:
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Setting Financial Goals
Planning for the Future
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https://www.milspousemoneymission.org/goal-setting/
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Financial planning begins with a goal in mind. Plan for a secure future by asking yourself what, when, how and why. We're here to help you get started:
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Divorce
Divorce
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https://www.milspousemoneymission.org/financial-considerations-when-going-through-a-divorce/
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Divorce can be a challenging time and untangling your finances from your spouse’s can be a complicated process. Check out this blog to find access to support as you work through this life event:
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Goal Planning
Planning for the Future
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https://www.milspousemoneymission.org/staying-on-track-with-your-financial-goals/
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The time to take control of your financial future is right now! Check on your financial goals regularly so you can see what is working and what needs improvement:
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National Wedding Month
Marriage
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https://www.milspousemoneymission.org/new-military-spouses-marriage-touchpoint/
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It’s National Wedding Month 🔔. If you recently married a service member, dive into our MilSpouse checklist for financial tips and resources as you begin this new chapter:
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MilLife
Spending Habits
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https://www.milspousemoneymission.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/M3-Personal-Financial-Values-2.pdf
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Are you more focused on having a 🏋️♀️ gym membership or saving money for a 🏡 home? What you consider to be a luxury, your spouse may consider a necessity. Use this worksheet to find out how your financial values may differ:
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Communication About Money
Communication About Money
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Do you or your spouse often worry about money? Take a short multiple-choice quiz to learn and discuss how you each manage finances:
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Communication About Money
Communication About Money
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https://www.milspousemoneymission.org/talking-love-and-money/
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Conversations about the future are a great way to start a discussion about money. Check out our latest blog about connecting with your partner on topics like financial planning and setting financial goals:
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Spouse Employment
Spouse Employment
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🚀 We are excited to launch a 🆕 topic on our website – spouse employment! Whether you have a boss or you’re self-employed, we have resources to help MilSpouses seek and maintain employment:
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Identity Theft Awareness Week
Identity Theft
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⚠️ It’s Identity Theft Awareness Week! Be sure to safeguard your personal information, look for warning signs and follow these simple steps to protect your MilFam from identity theft:
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Identity Theft
Identity Theft
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Did you know you can place a no-cost fraud alert on your credit cards as an additional layer of protection? Learn about more ways to protect your MilFam from identity theft:
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National Spouses Day
Holidays
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This National Spouses Day, we would like to celebrate all MilSpouses for their bravery and resilience! ❤️ Give yourself a round of applause 👏 for everything you do in your community, in the workforce, and at home - you deserve it!
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Emergency Fund
Emergency Fund
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Want to start building your emergency fund? See how May, a MilSpouse from Luke AFB, started putting money aside for unexpected expenses. For more tips, check out our MilCommunity:
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Financial Tips for MilLife
Financial Resources for Military Life
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📆 What are your aspirations for the new year? If you’re getting married, having a baby or planning for deployment, we have financial tips to help you during each stage of your MilLife:
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Maximizing Finances After Promotion
Financial Resources for Military Life
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A job promotion with a pay raise is a great opportunity to not only celebrate, but also reevaluate your budget. Consider a few key steps that will maximize your family’s finances:
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Communication About Money
Communication About Money
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Set a date to review your finances and keep your MilFam’s financial goals on track. Check out our latest blog for tips to help you and your spouse spring financially ready into 2023:
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Financial Tips from MilSpouses
Financial Resources for Military Life
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Let’s get real about money. Our MilCommunity provides authentic financial tips from MilSpouses worldwide plus resources from our financial experts to help you deepen your knowledge:
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Happy Thanksgiving
Holidays
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Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃 We are thankful for our amazing MilSpouse community. What are you thankful for?
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MyCAA Scholarship
Spouse Employment
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https://www.milspousemoneymission.org/stay-career-competitive-with-a-mycaa-scholarship/
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Are you familiar with the MyCAA scholarship that's available to MilSpouses? Learn more about the scholarship and apply today:
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National Adoption Month
New Child
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It’s National Adoption Month! Find resources to help guide you through the financial aspects of welcoming a new child into your MilFam:
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Avoid Holiday Debt
Holidays
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https://www.milspousemoneymission.org/6-tips-to-avoid-a-holiday-debt-hangover/
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Keep the holiday season fun for you and your wallet. Check out our latest blog for six ways to avoid a holiday hangover:
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Holiday Spending
Holidays
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Giving can be rewarding, but without proper boundaries, it can also be draining. Set a holiday spending plan and stick to it with these helpful tips:
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National Veterans and Military Families Month
Financial Resources for Military Life
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It’s National Veterans and Military Families Month! We have numerous resources to guide you and your MilFam through all of life’s big transitions:
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Happy Halloween
Holidays
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Happy Halloween! 🎃 Check out this treat for raising financially fit kids from our financial experts:
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National Day of the Deployed
Holidays
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Today, on National Day of the Deployed, we honor all our military personnel deployed around the world and their families. Thank you for your service.
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Retirement
Planning for the Future
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https://www.milspousemoneymission.org/plan-for-retirement-as-a-military-spouse/
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Start saving for retirement now. Read our latest blog to discover small steps that can secure your financial future:
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Spending Habits
Spending Habits
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https://www.milspousemoneymission.org/what-is-your-financial-personality/
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Are you ready to improve your spending habits? Take our fun quiz to learn your money personality and share your results with us!
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Credit Health
Credit
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Military life may be unpredictable but managing your credit health doesn’t need to be. Check out our resources to manage and protect your credit wisely:
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Set SMART Goals
Planning for the Future
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Day-to-day expenses add up and it’s important to stay on track of your spending. Take control of your future by setting SMART financial goals today:
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ID Theft
Identity Theft
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DYK service members are three times more likely to report fraud on their bank account than civilians? Identify scams with these three easy steps:
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Taxes
Taxes
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With the end of the year quickly approaching, now is the time to review and assess your year-end tax plan. Learn a few strategies to head into next tax season with confidence:
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World Investor Week
Investing
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It’s World Investor Week! Here are five tips to sharpen your investing know-how before you get started:
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Retirement
Planning for the Future
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The transition from active duty to civilian can include a major shift in lifestyle and finances. Learn about the resources available to prepare for this new phase:
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Holidays
Spending Plan
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🍂 Making smart money moves is always in season. Reduce the strain of overspending on fall activities with a budget-friendly spending plan:
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Pre-Deployment
Deployment
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Get ahead of the curve before your spouse deploys. Check out a variety of pre-deployment topics to reach financial success:
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Money and Kids
Money and Kids
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New Child
New Child
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Welcoming a new child is an exciting journey that can bring many changes both big and small. 👶 Learn how to budget for your growing family and share your money savings tips below.
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Retirement
Planning for the Future
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It’s National 401K Day! 💰 Use our tools to calculate your needs, set aside money and build a secure future:
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Insurance
Insurance
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Understanding your family’s insurance needs can be overwhelming, but the right coverage can keep you safe and preserve your financial resources when unanticipated events occur. Check out our tips to get started:
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Marriage
Marriage
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💍 Achieve budgeting bliss with our MilSpouse checklist, then share your newlywed tips in the comments below.
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Creating a PCS Budget
PCS
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Getting ready to PCS? 📦 Check out our blog for tips to create a detailed PCS plan and budget:
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Transferring Licenses and Certifications During PCS
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PCSing again? The National Defense Authorization Acts of 2018 and 2020 were created to make sure your licenses and certifications travel with you. Check out this blog to ease the financial burden of transferring your license or certification when you PCS:
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It's National Back-to-School Prep Day! 🍎 Set a budget and get those binders, pencils and backpacks ready! Here are 5 back-to-school savings tips.
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Are you a service provider or community leader that wants to share financial tips with military families? Order a pack of 100 free wallet cards to help others make smart money moves:
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Not ready to say goodbye to summer? Last minute vacations are a wonderful way to reconnect with your family. Check out these helpful tips to push more cash into your vacation savings account:
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📣 Calling all military families! Kick off the new school year with 5 ways to save on back-to-school shopping:
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Do you aspire to attend college? If your spouse is an active-duty service member, they may be eligible to transfer all or a portion of their unused Post-9/11 GI Bill. This means huge savings on tuition, books, supplies and possibly housing for your family. Start to achieve your educational goals today:
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Saturday Savings Hack: Fall sports and activities are around the corner and costs can add up fast! Don’t forget to plan for these expenses in your monthly spending plan. Click here to find out how:
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It's National Lipstick Day! Don't KISS your identity goodbye. If you suspect any fraud, click here and review our "What to do when you've been compromised" section.
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Sending your MilKid back to school soon means it's time to start shopping! Here are five steps to get back to school shopping done on a budget!
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It's PCS season. Sometimes you hurry, other times you wait. Take a break from packing and read our best advice for how to plan, prepare and PCS like a pro!
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Saturday Savings Hack: Check out these tips to lower your energy costs today!
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National Spouses Day
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Happy #NationalSpousesDay! Show your spouse how much you appreciate them and celebrate you as a team. Check out this article on couple's communication basics that includes talking about difficult topics, such as finances.
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Communication is a key ingredient in every relationship. We know financial matters can be uncomfortable and challenging to discuss, but we have many tools to get you started. Want to learn how? Visit our New Spouse section.
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Matri-Money? Finances are often an emotionally-charged topic and many couples avoid it altogether, which can lead to financial trouble. That's why we've created this handout for you to use as a discussion starter tool with your spouse. Share it with other new MilSpouses!
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Is your loved one getting ready for deployment? They are likely getting training on how best to prepare financially. We're here to help families align by providing easy checklists and resources to set you up for financial success.
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Military life can be a lot to balance. Are you prepared for an unexpected bill? Do you have the resources to help you achieve your own goals? Take 60 seconds to learn how MilSpouse Money Mission can help you financially navigate your military journey.
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Quick Quiz - which of the following qualifies as an emergency? When you’ve used money from your emergency fund, set a goal to replenish it each pay period so that you can cover the next emergency without going into debt.
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Running your household like a small business is a great way to evaluate last year and plan for the next. Follow these three simple steps to lead your family to a stronger financial future in 2021. Learn more here!
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Holiday Season Service Members
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We are keeping Service members and their families in our thoughts this holiday season. We appreciate your family's sacrifice.
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Happy Halloween! Stick with MilSpouse Money Mission to improve your financial planning skills. Check out this TREAT from our financial experts Click and scroll to any topic to get started on your plan today:
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New year, new you? Share with us below a resolution you hope becomes a habit this year. For one good suggestion, check out this article from the Department of Defense Office of Financial Readiness on how to create smart financial habits.
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A great Valentine's Day gift doesn't have to break the bank. Make your partner a playlist that has all the special songs that remind you of them. It's a thoughtful gift they can take with them anywhere!
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It's pumpkin spice season! Temperatures are cooling off, but your expenses may be heating up! Don't forget about your financial future and make sure to pay yourself first. Click the link below to learn about the importance of saving and investing.
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Act fast! If you find an error on your credit card statement, you could be a victim of identity theft. Read more about this and other warning signs here:
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Credit Education
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Service members can save BIG by signing up for a free credit monitoring service. Catching any errors early can save you money in the long run. Sign up with all three Nationwide Consumer Reporting Agencies (NCRAs) by visiting each NCRA website, creating an account, and self-certifying active-duty status. Find more on free credit monitoring here:
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Don't rely on luck for the future of your loved ones. Get to know the Service members’ Group Life Insurance benefit! Your Service member has $400,000 available in life insurance, and as a spouse, you can be insured up to $100,000. Make sure your family is protected! Get started today:
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Wondering whether you should live on or off base after your next PCS? Patty, a MilSpouse, offers her tips on important considerations for housing. "My husband and I were living on base in California when we knew we were PCSing to Maryland. We debated for some time if we should stick with on base since it was so convenient and adored having military neighbors (as well as our street parties!). My tip would be to get on the same page as your spouse! Make a list of pros and cons and order them by priority, talk to people who have been to the area you are moving to, and join ALL the local military groups on social media to get a sense of what the area is like." - Patty | Annapolis, MD Read more about researching your new duty station here:
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Insurance can never repair the emotional damage a loss brings, but it can minimize your financial stress if the worst happens. Which type of insurance would you like to learn more about? Find out what coverage you need and how to get started here:
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Life insurance isn’t an easy topic to discuss, but it is one of the most important parts of your financial toolbox. Estimate your life insurance needs using the acronym LIFE. Liabilities or debts owed, income replacement, final expenses to be paid and education and other goals to be funded.Learn more in this video:
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Before making a major purchase, like a car, be smart and understand potential impacts to your financial future. It's possible to spend a lot and still be smart about it! Before purchasing a car, make sure to understand all the costs. Assess your needs when it comes to price, monthly expenses, resale value, gas mileage, and safety. Think about your purchase not only in terms of whether you can afford the vehicle today, but also whether you’ll be able to afford it in the future. Learn more about Car Buying Basics here:
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Start MEAL PREPPING today! Eliminate buying extra food, make less expensive, better meals, and avoid the cost of eating out last minute! How much money can you save?
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Who does the shopping in your home? Leave us a if you're the supermarket hero or a if your partner is the grocery guru! Commissary prices are about 30% less compared to civilian shopping options. Whether it’s the exchange or the commissary, learn more about top tips to save your family money this fall here:
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Planning meals and shoppng sales can be a great way to save money. Be sure to chck out the sales at your local supermarket or Commissary to get the most bang for your buck.
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Money and Kids
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Parenting Tip: Giving your kids an allowance teaches them to manage money at an early age. And guess what? You don't have to shell out $20/week to make an impact. Here are the experts' top tips for managing children's allowances: • Adapt allowances to your family's specific needs. You can draw out a "chore chart" for the fridge, create a behavior-based deposit/withdrawal system, and set up a separate bank account or give the kids a piggy bank. If you make the system easy and realistic from the get-go, there's more of a chance that you'll keep it up for years to come. • Make sure to set clear expectations. Kids have to be taught which behaviors and actions merit rewards, and which ones merit consequences. If you want to connect allowances to household tasks, then ensure your kids know which chores they're responsible for, how to accomplish it, and how often those tasks need to be done. Communication is key! • Encourage your child to use their allowance to save, spend and share. Teach them how to budget their finances, whether they use a piggy bank, the envelope system, or a personal bank account. Learn more about how to set up an allowance for your kids here:
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Cooking meals together at home encourages quality family time and creates memories… not to mention it may save your family money. Get your entire family involved in making meals to stretch your dollar. Learn more here:
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Money and Kids
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It's never too early to teach your kids about money! Check out how you can educate your little ones below: "Instead of putting my 4-year-old daughter’s birthday money into her online bank account, I let her put the cash in her toy piggy bank. She is completely responsible for it and anytime she asks for anything that is classified as a 'want' and not a 'need', she knows she needs to use money from her piggy bank. She learns quickly she can’t buy everything she wants!" - Patty | Annapolis, MD Read more of Patty's tips for teaching your kids about financial management here:
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Money and Kids
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As we round out Month of the Military Family, be sure to include your kids in the money conversation. It's a family affair! Understanding where money comes from, how much things cost, and how to make a spending plan are all essential lessons to set your children up for success. Here's a quick one-page resource to get started today!
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Back-to-school expenses can really add up! How do you try to save money while getting ready to send your kids back to school? Drop a photo of your school supply haul below with your shopping tips & tricks!
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Major Life Events
New Child
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Will there be a new addition to your family in 2021? Congratulations! Because this is a major life event, it might be a good opportunity to review all your insurance plans, compare rates and update beneficiaries.Learn how to do it here!
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Major Life Events
New Child
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Ellyn and her husband had their first child in the midst of a pandemic... while stationed overseas! Learn Ellyn's tips for saving money as you prepare to welcome a little one here.
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When is your next PCS? Anticipate the PCS expenses that might incur before your move, during your move, and after you arrive at your new duty station. We make it easy! Use this worksheet to help you estimate the costs of your next move!
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Sonia shares how she made PCS an affordable adventure. Read her tips below, and learn how you can apply them to your family here:"Back in 2014 we had our first family PCS from Florida to Alaska. We decided to drive from Eglin AFB, Florida to Bellingham, Washington where we took a ferry into Whittier, Alaska (just one hour from Anchorage). We stayed at places with free breakfast and also made PB&J sandwiches for lunch to save money. Additionally, we only went out to eat for dinner and tried our best to keep everything under $50. With our kids being so little, it was actually pretty easy for us to keep within our budget!" - Sonia | Fort Carson, CO
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Just received your next PCS orders? Here are a few of our favorite resources so you can make this move your best yet: This a great site for information on the logistics of your PCS with links to service providers. Here, you can review your options, limitations and responsibilities with your upcoming PCS. In addition to all the other great services they offer, you can find PCS related information by browsing Plan My Move. Here you can enter your start and end destination and create a custom checklist to help you plan and carry out your move smoothly. our local Travel Management Office can help you learn what's applicable for your move. Your service member will likely receive a number of travel pays and allowances as part of your PCS orders, including mileage reimbursement, per diem to cover hotels and meals, and a dislocation allowance. Depending on where you’re moving, your family might also receive an Overseas Housing Allowance, a Cost of Living Adjustment, a Move-In Housing Allowance, or a Temporary Lodging Allowance. The travel management office will help you sift through these details.
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PCS Basics: • Most military families stay at their duty stations for 2-4 years • The military will pack & move your belongings for free, but you should pack fragile and valuable items yourself in your car or luggage. • Saving up for your move will help big time. Create a PCS fund to prepare for any surprises! Learn more here:
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Budgeting for Pets
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Do you have a new furry friend in your household? In addition to fur and love, pets bring added expenses. Make sure you include food, potential vet visits and the occasional replacement of a chewed up item to your monthly budget. Visit our Money Ready 101 to learn how to set up a budget!
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Pets not only become an extension of your family, they have an impact to your spending plan. Take a look at how MilSpouse Money Mission helps you think through and plan for ALL expenses…even those specific to your military life.
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The military relief societies are ready to lend a helping hand to the military community—in more ways that you might expect—this holiday season and all year long. Visit our new blog to learn more:
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Did you know that the military relief societies provide financial assistance to eligible Service members, veterans and their families? Learn more!
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Household Savings
Savings Hack
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Keep an eye on your thermostat and research other cost-savings measures through your utility company to help save money on your heating bill this winter.
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Rainy Day Fund
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Piggy banks aren't just for kids! Saving your loose change in a jar can add up over time. Adding just 50¢/day over a year is an easy way to start a "rainy day" fund for short-term savings, like upcoming vacations, splurges, or bigger purchases. This tip is an easy way to save money without heartache, and it's also a great way to teach little ones to pinch their pennies.
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Amber is a couponing whiz! Follow the link below to learn how she uses coupons to save money on items her kids use every day.
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Military spouse caregivers face many challenges, including maintaining employment while raising a special needs child. Learn how Amanda, a caregiver, found a solution.
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Financial Resources for Military Life
Financial Resources for Military Life
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