The U.S. Department of the Treasury recently announced it will stop issuing most paper checks for any federal benefits beginning September 30, 2025. This change is intended to help reduce …
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The USAA Educational Foundation Wins Telly Award® for Third Straight Year
The USAA Educational Foundation is proud to announce that it won a Telly Award® for the third consecutive year! This year, our Home Buying HQ program earned a Bronze Telly …
4 Military Money Moves for a Government Shutdown
“Government shutdown.” For military families, those two words aren’t just part of the news cycle or debates on Capitol Hill. They represent delayed paychecks, sleepless nights, and the uncertainty of …
What the One Big Beautiful Bill Could Mean for Military Families
There’s been no shortage of news coverage or opinions about the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). Depending on who you ask, it’s either a step forward or two steps …
From Summer Fun to School Supplies: Top Tips for Back-to-School
Sunscreen or school supplies? Probably both! While summer vacation is in full swing, savvy parents know that back-to-school season is right around the corner. And a little planning now means …
AI Scams Are Here – Are You Prepared?
This July, as we recognize Military Consumer Month, it’s crucial to talk about a growing danger – AI-powered scams. Scammers are getting smarter, using artificial intelligence to create scams that …
Military Move This Summer? Top Tips for Your PCS
The summer PCS season is underway! If this is your first military move, (or even if it’s your fifth) picking up and transitioning your life from one location to another …
3 Financial Steps as You March Off to Boot Camp
Congratulations on taking the first step toward a rewarding career in the military! As you prepare for boot camp, it’s important to get your finances in order. Here are three …
How to Weather Stock Market Volatility Like a Pro
Market ups and downs can rattle even the most seasoned investors. Certainly, this year has tested all of us! The truth is, you can’t predict the market, but you can …
Honoring Military Spouses – Celebrating the Financial Strength Behind the Uniform
Each year on MilSpouse Appreciation Day, we take time to recognize the strength, sacrifice and resilience of military spouses. From frequent moves to holding down the financial fort, military spouses …
When the Job You Need Doesn’t Fit the Life You Live
As a military or veteran caregiver, you face daily challenges, like maintaining meaningful employment, that often go unseen by others. Personal and professional goals don’t stop when caregiving starts, but …
Tax-Free Pay? The Combat Zone Perk Deployers Should Know
When you’re deployed, the mission comes first – but it’s nice when your paycheck gets a boost too. I’ve deployed many times over 32 years and I know firsthand how …