AAFMAA Changes Its Name!

AAFMAA Changes Its Name!

In 1879, the Army Mutual Aid Association (AMAA) was formed to assist the widows of deceased members in a prompt, simple and substantial manner.  Originally only Army Officers were admitted into membership.  Over time, membership eligibility expanded to...
9 Ways to Build Credit

9 Ways to Build Credit

By: Kimberly Rotter (of Credit Card Insider) LearnVest You might think that your credit has everything to do with your credit card. But, in fact, your credit report and score aren’t as closely tied to those slips of plastic as you might think. Because only a small...
What to Do if You Can’t Afford…

What to Do if You Can’t Afford…

By: Emily Guy Birken The Military Wallet The average amount that college graduates owe in student loans continues to rise—topping $25,000 according to the most recent data—while job prospects for new graduates are bleak to say the least. Students generally have a...
A Credit Card Reality Check

A Credit Card Reality Check

Have your parents ever told you that “cash is king?” This doesn’t mean that you should never use a credit card; rather,  if you don’t have the liquid capital to pay for an item that you aren’t prepared to finance and pay off over...
Personal Finance Tips for Newlyweds

Personal Finance Tips for Newlyweds

By: Bill Hardekopf The Street NEW YORK (LowCards.com) — June is a popular month for weddings, but that makes this also the time to set household budgets and establish financial priorities. Many couples begin marriage with one or both partners in debt...
5 Nuggets of Financial Advice for New Grads

5 Nuggets of Financial Advice for New Grads

By: Nicole Seghetti The Motley Fool Without a doubt, you’re entering an exciting time of life. But sometimes the exuberance for it turns into cavalier spending habits that can take years to repair. Much like achieving your college diploma, financial...

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