MILSPOUSE BLOG
You don’t need to wait until January to take a fresh look at your finances. Get a jump on the new year with these five resolutions — they can really pay off over the next 12 months. 1. Set/update your budget Setting a budget is the first step in a military family’s financial planning. And…
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During National Veterans and Military Families Month in November, we salute the strength of our families as they support the mission of our community. MilSpouses, especially, display determination as they face the challenges of military life. We see you navigate frequent moves, deployments and often raising children as a solo parent. We understand your motivation…
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It can be fun and even eye-opening to watch those year-end montages reminiscing about the year. If you ever have that moment when you say to yourself, “Wait, that was this year?”, you could also imagine how easy it could be to lose track of the goals and financial plans you set in motion when…
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Improving financial fitness is more than a money matter — it can also help reduce the stressors that can negatively impact your physical and mental health. Research links financial stress to health conditions like high blood pressure, migraines, anxiety, sleeplessness, and depression. Money can’t buy happiness, but being in control of your finances goes a…
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October is known for pumpkin spice lattes, changing leaves and sweater weather. It’s also Financial Planning Month — a perfect opportunity to take a holistic look at your money matters. So, before you start carving pumpkins this month, carve out time in your schedule to review your finances. Here’s a checklist to help you get…
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Love. Communication. Money. Three of life’s essential ingredients. On this Valentine’s Day, consider connecting with your significant other in a meaningful way on these topics. Here’s what I like to do. Whether we go out to dinner or stay home for Valentine’s Day, I make a point of telling my husband what I love about…
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It’s the time of year for new beginnings and making resolutions to become better. If improving your finances is also high on your list, I have some great news to share. This year, military families can look forward to some financial relief thanks to several new or expanded programs. The new boost to military families’…
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At a glance, dinner and a spreadsheet may seem like an odd paring. Afterall, how many of you plan a date night to talk about money? Well, I’m here to say it’s something my husband and I do regularly, and for other MilSpouses — like Tate from Fort Benning, GA — it’s not so strange.…
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Why MilSpouses Should Save for Retirement The Defense Department offers eligible service members retirement benefits to prepare for their transition, but it’s also just as important for military spouses to plan for their own retirement. With frequent relocations and job changes, it is often difficult for military spouses to consistently save for retirement. Here are…
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You Can Do It! Stay on Track with Your Financial Goals Did you set any financial goals or resolutions for the new year? If so, each month is the perfect time to see if you’re staying on track with your financial goals. Set SMART goals Hopefully, you set goals that were SMART: Specific, Measurable, Attainable,…
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