When it comes to finances, there are two types of veterans: those with good credit, and those with bad credit. This can depend on many factors. If you were young, single, and living in the barracks and you have bad credit, then the “young and dumb” cliché comes to mind. However, there are many folks […]
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Asbestos Joins List of Long-Term Health Risks for Vets
There continues to be a steady stream of revelations in our country of the harmful effects of certain injuries and exposures. The recent debate over treating head injuries in the NFL has topped the public conversation lately, and while the long-term effects of multiple concussions in professional athletes are tragic, so too are those endured […]
When You Have To File A Claim Against The VA
Veteran’s Administration (VA) health centers and hospitals exist to provide medical to current and former service members and their families. These facilities are staffed by competent and experienced professionals whose goals are to provide you with the best of care. But accidents happen, just like they do in non-VA hospitals, and sometimes those accidents can […]
Dell Launches Give Back Program and Military DISCount
Since becoming a military spouse, I have seen an overwhelming abundance of military discounts available to military service members and their families. From large organizations such as Oakley to smaller Ma and Pa shops in the area, it is amazing to see the generosity business owners offer to those who serve our country.Dell has recently […]
How To Update Americas Army
An important debate is being waged in this country about just what should be done with America’s armed forces. Parts of the army remains cutting edge. America has more military hardware than almost any other country on Earth, and the strategic knowledge to direct those forces in combat. Unfortunately, not all of the branches of […]
Finding A Hobby Once Youve Retired From Active Duty
Serving in the armed forces is more than a career, it truly is a way of life. Despite that fact, all service must come to an end at some point and we have to move on and enter the next phases of our lives. Perhaps you’ve already entered the retirement phase of your career and […]
Best Places In The USA To Live For Military Families
If you are part of a military family, you know that moving is going to be a part of your life. Habitual relocation is just the name of the game. On occasion, there are times when you might have your choice to move to one place over another and you might even be able to […]
Rugged Devices Lead The Way For The US Military
Once occupying a very small portion of the electronics market, demand for rugged devices is growing at a rapid base. The US military was the early adopter of rugged devices, and today the military remains the one of the largest consumers of such devices. Military personnel use rugged, wireless devices for recording and inspection of […]
What Exercise Can Do For You
As a veteran or active service member, you’re probably aware of the physical advantages of regular exercise. From weight loss and enhanced energy to a reduced risk of illnesses like cancer, diabetes, and heart disease; physical activity is extremely important to health and wellness. What’s more is that regular workouts can provide just as many […]
Fort Hood Shooting Gunmans Facebook Posts
On Wednesday April 2nd, alleged gunman, Spc. Ivan Lopez walked into a building on Fort Hood and opened fire, got into a car, fired more shots and then went to another building shooting before he was engaged by the female military police officer. Lopez shot and killed himself after being confronted by a military police […]
Smart Phones For Military Personnel
Staying connected to your family (especially your kids) while you are on duty is incredibly important—not just for their morale but for your own! The easiest way to do this is with a smart phone. A smart phone will allow you to take pictures and video and send emails and, in a lot of ways, […]
How To Find Decent Employment After Military Service
It can sometimes be a challenge for veterans to sail through the transition from military to civilian life. The search for employability can be accompanied by hardships and stress with more peril than ever faced in military life. The anxiety normally stems from veterans not being able to fit their honed military skills into civilian […]
Cut The Cable And Start Streaming To Save Money
Men and women on active duty understand that finances and time are always tight. This crunch on time makes spending spare moments with family even more important. After a rough day of work on base, you go home and have time to eat and maybe relax for a little bit before going to bed to […]
Top 10 Ways To Feel Safe While Your Spouse Is Away
As a military spouse, I have spent many nights alone in my house while my husband is away. I feel brave when I am alone, however those random little noises can keep me up at night and make me feel scared. Over the years, I have learned some ways to make myself feel safe while […]
Things People Say That Make Military Families Laugh
As a military spouse, there are lots of things people say to me that make me laugh. I remember when we were going through our first deployment, we were about 3 months into it, and I was talking to this lady in the grocery store. Somehow it came up that my husband was in the […]
House Hunting Websites
Sometimes the biggest challenge of an upcoming PCS is trying to find where to begin your research. Luckily, the internet allows military families to begin their research before their service member even receives their orders. Last PCS we had two options: 1. move to California, or 2. move to Virginia. We already knew our two […]
Dress To Impress At Your Next Interview
On the course of the conversion from military to civilian life, it can be challenging to find appropriate clothes for a job interview after spending so many years in a military uniform. After so many years of being dependent on crisp, provided clothes are gone, dressing up to make a good impression for the interview […]
5 Financial Tips for Military Families
If you want to serve your country and make a difference, you may consider a career in the military. There’s the opportunity to live and explore new places, and with a military career, you can retire in 20 years. However, because you move around often, getting a handle on your finances can prove challenging. Additionally, […]
Building New Habits For Civilian Life
Transitioning back into civilian life after military service means transitioning to a whole new set of routines and habits. When you are in the military, a lot of your life is determined for you: when to wake up, what to eat, when to exercise, and what to do with your time. When you return to […]
Home Buying And Home Loan Options For Veterans
Once you’ve finished your service and are leaving military housing, you are now faced with a new challenge: buying a new home. For many veterans, the home they buy after retiring from the military is the first home they’ve ever bought. If you are in that situation, you need to quickly educate yourself on all […]
Road Trip Websites And Apps
Many military families get new orders every 2-3 years and have to pack up and drive to their next duty station. Singing songs and playing license plate games aren’t as entertaining as they used to be. “Are we there yet? I have to go to the bathroom, where is the next rest area? I’m hungry, […]
Online Degree Programs and Civilian Life Transition
Anyone who’s served in the military and has returned to civilian life understands the difficulties of transition – in addition to stabilizing emotionally from the intense, extraordinary life of a solider, you need to have a stable job, income, and perhaps even go back to school. Civilian life isn’t as simple as military life. That […]
5 Tips For Money Management While On Duty
Before you leave for your next military deployment, take these steps to make sure the finances on the home front are well taken care of. Money management is an essential skill for all families, but it becomes even more important when one of the heads of the household is preparing to leave for a long […]
Should I Live On Base Or Off Base
When you first receive orders to PCS, one of the first questions is housing. Should live on post in the barracks or family housing, or off base in the local community? Choosing housing is not an easy option, and several factors need to be taken into consideration. A majority of military personnel and their families […]
7 Hobbies To Help Veterans Adjust
The transition back to civilian life, especially for those who have been diagnosed with PTSD, is one of the most difficult aspects of being in the military and little time is spent preparing you for it. I was fortunate that I had my home in San Diego, where there is a supportive community for military […]
