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Money and Military Transition

Bottom Line Up Front (BLUF): Transitioning from the military greatly changes your finances. Taxes will likely increase and life insurance (vs. just VGLI) should be reconsidered. Finally, have a solid...

Start With A Single Step

Bottom Line Up Front (BLUF): If you are just getting started with personal finance, don’t try to plan everything before you start. Take one single step. Once you do that,...

How to Get a College Education for Free (Using Your Military Benefits)

Bottom Line Up Front (BLUF): College is getting more expensive every year, but a degree opens many doors (especially after the military). Earn it for free while serving with Tuition...

How to Create a Personal Financial Plan

Bottom Line Up Front (BLUF): Creating a financial plan for your family is a crucial step in creating and protecting future wealth. Without a plan, you can’t know whether you...

Should I Rollover my TSP to a IRA after I Separate?

Bottom Line Up Front (BLUF): It depends… but probably. Rolling over to an IRA and/or Roth IRA gives you flexibility. You can buy different investments and can even rollover funds...

What is the Savings Deposit Program (SDP)?

Bottom Line Up Front (BLUF): The Savings Deposit Program (SDP) allows deployed military members to get a guaranteed 10% annual return on their deployed pay (up to $10,000 total).