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The stress of dealing with financial problems is a huge concern in the military and one of the reasons it is so involved in promoting “Military Saves.” Military Saves is…
A friend confides that the house sale she thought would bring a free-and-clear down payment on a retirement condo in sunnier climates took a surprise turn. Before settlement, her husband…
Feeling the squeeze from financial worry? Saying you’re not alone isn’t useful. Saying there’s professional help for your condition just might be the best thing this side of winning the…
Americans are paying more than $100 billion in credit card interest annually. That means the average American household using credit cards is throwing almost $2,000 a year in the garbage…
The world is full of myths, and one might be costing you a lot of money. It’s the widespread belief that you need to carry a balance to improve your…
Americans who carry balances month over month should be alarmed by the interest they’re paying: As the Federal Reserve persists in incremental hikes, credit card rates keep surging. But there’s…
These days, for the launching of a lifetime together, the only thing better than a properly organized wedding is a properly organized destination wedding. After all, it’s not just a…
One of the best ways to get out of credit card debt is the old-fashioned way – earn more money. Ugh. Making extra money requires extra effort, and a lot…
Debt is a growing threat to the retirement plans of Americans. In fact, the only time most retirees will be out of the hole will be when they get put…
First job? Congratulations! Welcome to the work force! First paycheck? You have some planning to do. Paychecks are your ticket to join – and enjoy – America’s economy, but there…
Sources:
- NA (NA) Military Saves Week, February 25-March 2, 2019. Retrieved from https://militarysaves.org/organizations/military-saves-week
- NA (NA) Military Saves Week 2019. Retrieved from https://militarybenefits.info/military-saves-week/
- Merkner, S.A. (2018, February 23) Bank on it: Military Saves Week encourages saving over spending. Retrieved from https://www.army.mil/article/201075/bank_on_it_military_saves_week_encourages_saving_over_spending
- Stamper, C. (2018, February 23) Improving financial stability strengthens Army readiness. Retrieved from https://www.army.mil/article/201016/improving_financial_stability_strengthens_army_readiness
- Goldwert, L. (2018, August 16) 5 Money Tips You Can Learn From a Military Life. Retrieved from https://learn.stashinvest.com/5-money-tips-you-can-learn-from-a-military-life
- Stash. (2018, June 11) In The Military? Tips For Saving Money At Every Stage. Retrieved from https://taskandpurpose.com/military-tips-saving-money-every-stage
- Muller, C. (2018, November 11) 12 Important Tips For Saving Money In The Military. Retrieved from https://www.moneyunder30.com/tips-for-saving-money-in-the-military
- Styles, L. (2019, January 7) The Best Online Savings Accounts in January 2019. Retrieved from https://www.magnifymoney.com/blog/earning-interest/best-online-savings-accounts275921001/
- Jowers, K. (2018, February 28) 6 ways to jump-start your savings during Military Saves Week. Retrieved from https://www.militarytimes.com/pay-benefits/mil-money/2018/02/28/6-ways-to-jump-start-your-savings-during-military-saves-week/