Nobody likes tax season. Nobody. No. Body. But, that doesn’t make it any less inevitable. After all, they are necessary to keep our government running. Remember: those of us who served in uniform could never have gotten paid for our time if it weren’t for people paying their taxes. Even if you actively served at […]
Military ETS
Top 12 Tips to Prepare You for ETS & Civilian Life
The million dollar question…are you ready to transition to civilian life? The best thing to PREPARE you for transitioning into the civilian world is to properly and simply PREPARE. Civilian world is very different from the military. It can be completely opposite, and actually may seem meaningless. Just like PCSing, you’d prepare ahead of time, […]
Saving for Retirement with the Thrift Savings Plan and New Blended Retirement System
Thrift Savings Program (TSP) participants will be able to contribute more money in 2018. Starting January 1, 2018, active duty service members, most reservists and government civilian employees will be able to contribute up to $18,500 a year into TSP accounts — a $500 increase from 2017. Individuals over 50 years old can also contribute an […]
Older vets get renovation help from credit unions, Purple Heart Homes campaign
A concerted effort on the part of mayors, credit unions and several nonprofit organizations is being made to ensure veterans and their families have a safe place to call home. Announced in August at the San Diego Defense Credit Union Council’s annual conference, Purple Heart Homes was selected as the Council’s 2017 charity organization. The […]
New DoD Blended Retirement System
The new DoD Blended Retirement System goes into effect January 1, 2018. This new system provides eligible military members with an option to the traditional retirement plan. To help eligible members decide which program is best for them, the Defense Department has launched a comparison calculator for eligible service members to analyze their estimated retirement benefits under […]
Military In Transition: Ask The Expert
Transitioning out of active duty military service presents a stream of financial challenges and uncertainty. AHRN.com has partnered with veteran Forrest Baumhover to answer your most pressing questions. Forrest Baumhover is the founder and principal of Westchase Financial Planning Inc. Throughout his career as a naval officer, his desire to help his fellow Sailors, friends and […]
AHRN.com Military Separation Guide
The transition from military service to civilian life requires navigating red tape and an endless list of decisions. The AHRN.com Military Separation Guide offers a starting point with basic, straightforward information as you get started on your next chapter! You will be making decisions every step along the way in the process, from when to […]
Ten Personal Finance Questions You Should Ask Before Getting Out Of The Military
Departing the military can be a challenging process. Whether you’re getting out after a four-year enlistment, or retiring after a 30-year career, there’s always an uncertainty about life after the military. Here are ten questions you should ask yourself about your financial situation to ensure that you’re prepared for your transition. 1. Where do I see […]
Best Places for Retired Military to Live
After a career of moving around, retirement means that you have the option to choose where you live based on your priorities. AHRN.com identified the 8 most popular cities for retired military families to help you narrow down your search. Start Your Search: “Best Places for Veteran Benefits”, “Veteran Friendly States” What are you looking […]
Veteran Entrepreneurship: Plotting The Course
Increasingly, veterans and military spouses are turning to entrepreneurship to build the lives they want. AHRN.com welcomed Thrive15.com founder Clay Clark to provide insight into getting from where you are to where you want to be with veteran entrepreneurship. Whenever I sit down with a business owner looking to grow their business, I first ask […]