These 6 financial strategies can help military members transition to civilian life
From housing to jobs, military veterans face a world completely different from their active-duty lives.
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New mortgage refinance programs from Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are expanding to reach more homeowners
Both government-sponsored enterprises have increased the income cap to qualify for the programs, as well as loosened other restrictions.
How one veteran paid off $70,000 in debt in just three years
Transitioning from the military to civilian life can be difficult and lead to high debt. More than 92% of military families carry debt, one survey found.
How to stay competitive using a VA loan in a sizzling housing market
In a hot housing market, military families with VA loans are struggling to buy homes. Here’s how to compete, according to real estate experts.
Veterans with VA health benefits should consider Medicare when they become eligible, experts say. Here's why
While there is no requirement that veterans using VA health care enroll in Medicare, there are reasons they should explore the benefits of doing so.
Inflation pushes income tax brackets higher for 2022
The IRS has announced higher federal income tax brackets and standard deductions for 2022 amid rising inflation.
The unemployment rate among military spouses spiked during Covid
Military spouse unemployment, a long-standing problem for active-duty families, was only made worse by the pandemic.
3 investing strategies for navigating stagflation risks, according to analysts
Stagflation fears have plagued investors in recent months, as prices start to rise in an economy that hasn't quite picked up pace yet.
Inflation is probably taking a bite out of your budget. These tips can help with that
More signs show that costs are rising higher than ever. No matter your age, there are certain steps you can take to contain the damage to...
GBBC: International Blockchain Law Journal
Global Blockchain Business Council Nov 2021 The GBBC's Legal Regulatory Group is pleased to announce the release of Volume I of the International Journal of Blockchain...
Younger women are narrowing the gender investing gap, study finds
Younger women are narrowing the gender investing gap, with 71% now doing so outside of retirement accounts, according to a Fidelity survey.
The Retail Payments Advisory Committee is gathering expertise on a preliminary approach to fees
Bank of Canada Nov 9, 2021 The Retail Payments Advisory Committee (RPAC) will meet in November to discuss preliminary approaches to fees. Under the Retail Payment...
Home prices are now rising much faster than incomes, studies show
During the pandemic, home prices shot up while household income fell, creating an affordability crisis.
Shift4 stock surges after signing payments deal with SpaceX's Starlink
Shares of payments processing company Shift4 surged after the company announced a five-year partnership with SpaceX's Starlink satellite internet service.
SpaceX launches the Crew-3 mission for NASA, the company's fifth human spaceflight
Elon Musk's SpaceX launched four astronauts from Florida on Wednesday.