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Lots of people got into financial deep water during Covid-19. With offers for debt consolidation  appearing everywhere lately it has truly become difficult to sort the scams from the legit offers. You may end up taking one of these seemingly valuable offers and end up worse off than you were before. So, then what do you ask yourself? How are you going to fix this mess by yourself? Well, take a deep breath and relax because it really isn’t...
After the devastation Covid-19 wrought on the economy, people from all walks of life need to get back on their feet financially. Your credit score impacts employment background checks in several ways, so it's vital to keep your score positive. Here's how veterans can work to repair a poor credit score.  When you apply for a credit card or a loan to buy a house or car the potential lender will first review your credit score. If it...
The men and women who have served in our nation’s armed forces have a lot to offer even after they return home. Many of the skills they learned while deployed can make them valuable additions to any workplace. This is why so many employers have programs to locate and reach out to veterans for job opportunities. However, civilians often have a difficult time understanding what it was like for military personnel. This can lead to some awkward...
Owning a home allows you to build equity and provide stability for your family. As a veteran who's ready to reap the benefits of homeownership, you're likely entitled to help from the U.S. Veterans Administration (VA). Follow these steps to find a new home, take advantage of the VA's programs , and secure a mortgage. 1. Assess Your Finances Pull a copy of your credit report and use the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB)'s...
As thousands of troops return from Afghanistan, finding suitable jobs for veterans is going to become critically important. Companies can help by focusing on hiring veterans, and supporting them by offering comprehensive employee benefits including financial services.  Few members of the U.S. Military Services received personal financial education during school. So it’s no surprise that on exiting the military many veterans are unaware of...
Veterans lead unique lives, and there aren’t many people who can identify with their experiences. Transitioning back to civilian life can feel a little overwhelming. Veterans should wait until they’re ready to make the jump, and sometimes, it helps to get their toes wet before that jump. If you’re having a hard time finding a 9 to 5 career that you’ll be happy with or you need to supplement your income, there are a few things you can do to...
Veterans come back from war with a more nuanced view of the war, and many become intimately involved with political causes. Stories about veterans taking on causes from both sides of the political divide, such as ABC-featured  climate campaigner MJ Hegar , are rife, and the world of finance is starting to notice. With one eye on the investments that veterans can make and the progressive causes that they often champion, there are now...