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Military Home Buying Basics and VA Loans

July 11, 2023 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm EDT

The How and Why of Estate Planning

July 6, 2023 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm EDT

Childhood Trauma: Understanding, Supporting, and Preventing

June 2, 2023 @ 12:00 am - 11:59 pm CDT

Recent Blogs

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Ten Tips for Buying a Car

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Some purchases are considered “big ticket,” meaning they cost more than a single paycheck. According to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (2025), service members often borrow more, put less down, pay higher APRs, and take longer loan terms than the general population. Explore ten tips to guide service members through…

Key Takeaways: Supporting the Employment of Foreign-Born & OCONUS Military Spouses

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This post-webinar recap highlights a recent session focused on expanding global talent by improving employment opportunities for foreign-born and OCONUS military spouses. Participants—including service providers, career counselors, and community leaders—examined the unique challenges these spouses encounter and explored practical, locally informed strategies to address them. The discussion emphasized how strong…
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Key Estate Planning Tools for Military Families

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Amid the day-to-day demands of military service and family life, estate planning can easily fall off the radar. But taking time to plan now can prevent unnecessary stress later and give families the confidence that their wishes will be honored, even in unexpected situations.

Unlocking Global Talent: Empowering Foreign-Born & OCONUS Military Spouses in Today’s Workforce

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Military spouses stationed overseas or navigating life in a new country face complex, often overlooked employment barriers. With the proper tools, strong partnerships, and effective programming, we can turn these trends around and create clear pathways to career success for every military spouse. Seize this chance to play a role…