You don’t have to follow the news to sense the growing uncertainty in the world. As global tensions rise and Service members focus on missions abroad, military spouses often take …
Leading From the Home Front
Friday March 20, 2026
Author: The USAA Educational Foundation’s team of financial experts
How to Prepare for Tax Season
Wednesday January 21, 2026
Ready or not, here it comes! Tax season is right around the corner and many of us are already dreading the stress of gathering documents, understanding credits and deductions, …
What the One Big Beautiful Bill Could Mean for Military Families
Tuesday August 12, 2025
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 …
How to Weather Stock Market Volatility Like a Pro
Wednesday May 14, 2025
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
Tuesday May 06, 2025
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 …
Five Money Lessons Every Parent Can Teach
Wednesday March 26, 2025
As parents, we strive to give our children the best start in life, and that includes teaching them about money. This might seem like just another task on your to-do …
Make Today ‘Day One,’ Not ‘One Day’
Friday September 13, 2024
September is National Preparedness Month; a friendly reminder to prepare for everything Mother Nature can throw your way. Whether it’s hurricane season, a tornado, fire, flood, or other natural disaster, …
What Is the Best Housing Option for My Next Military Move?
Wednesday July 10, 2024
Where to live is an essential question as you think about your next PCS since the housing market is currently facing some headwinds. The increased interest rates might have you …
The SECURE Act 2.0 – What Military Members Need to Know
Friday January 19, 2024
If you’ll recall, back in 2019, Congress passed the Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement or SECURE Act, to help Americans better prepare for retirement. To further enhance this …
Take Advantage of the Pay Increase – Set SMART Goals
Wednesday December 13, 2023
Wow! Can someone please tell me where 2023 went? In all seriousness, as we count down the final days of the year, I hope you enjoy a little R&R. If …
Let’s Talk Turkey About Estate Planning
Wednesday November 08, 2023
Let’s be honest. Most of us aren’t the type to finish our holiday shopping by Labor Day, and those New Year’s resolutions from 2023 are still clinging to the refrigerator …
The USAA Educational Foundation Scores Three Telly Awards®!
Friday September 22, 2023
The USAA Educational Foundation is committed to innovative and engaging financial education, and that commitment has recently been recognized. The Foundation was awarded a trio of Telly Awards® for their …