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10 Cheap or Free Holiday Activities

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! The holidays are one of the happiest seasons for many of us….and can quickly become the most costly. On average, Americans spend around $1800 on gifts, travel, food, and events from November – January each year.

https://veteransaves.org/resource-center/insights/10-cheap-or-free-holiday-activities/

18 Money-Saving Tips for Veterans and Service Members

Have you ever needed to “find money?” As you consider your savings goals and assess your current financial landscape, it may be necessary to get a little creative to achieve the financial stability you envision.

https://veteransaves.org/resource-center/insights/18-money-saving-tips-for-veterans-and-service-members/

3 Benefits Every Veteran Should Know About

Veterans have earned benefits that honor them for their service. Some of these benefits include free tax preparation services and burial services. These benefits are a thank you to retired service members for their years of dedicated service. Here are three benefits every veteran should know about than can help them and their families save on expenses. 

https://veteransaves.org/resource-center/insights/3-benefits-every-veteran-should-know-about/

3 Practical Ways to Reduce Financial Stress and Protect Your Mental Health

At Veteran Saves, we know that saving money isn't just about building wealth, it’s about building peace of mind. And when so many families are feeling the pressure of rising costs, housing instability, and job market uncertainty, it's more important than ever to talk about the connection between financial stability and mental health.

https://veteransaves.org/resource-center/insights/3-practical-ways-to-reduce-financial-stress-and-protect-your-mental-health/

5 Steps To Consider When Purchasing A Car

Now that you’ve transitioned out of the military and are enjoying your civilian lifestyle, you may find yourself thinking that it’s time for a new set of wheels! Deciding to save for a large purchase is an empowering and exciting time. We understand that the car-buying process can be overwhelming at times, but we’re here to help! Below are 5 steps to consider when buying a new car!

https://veteransaves.org/resource-center/insights/5-steps-to-consider-when-purchasing-a-car/

5 Ways Veterans Can Continue to Save in Retirement

There are several ways veterans can manage their finances and be more secure in retirement. Here are 5 things that Veterans can do to manage their finances more successfully in retirement.

https://veteransaves.org/resource-center/insights/5-ways-veterans-can-continue-to-save-in-retirement/

6 Money Saving Reasons You Should Use the VA Loan When Buying A Home

The VA loan program is a great benefit of military service that provides many money saving options and empowers Veterans to achieve their dreams of homeownership.

https://veteransaves.org/resource-center/insights/6-money-saving-reasons-you-should-use-the-va-loan-when-buying-a-home/

6 Steps To Prepare For Your Retirement Journey When You’re Military

Retirement is one of those endeavors that fall into the “someday” category. When living your day-to-day life as a servicemember or military family and you’re in your 20s, 30s, and even your 40s and those everyday expenses pop up, it’s more difficult to save for something that is seemingly so close, yet so far away.

https://veteransaves.org/resource-center/insights/6-steps-to-prepare-for-your-retirement-journey-when-you-re-military/

7 Steps to Start Your Savings Journey

So you’ve decided that it’s time for you to get (more) serious about your finances, particularly saving. Great! This is a critical moment that happens for most working-class Americans, no matter how much money you’re making.

https://veteransaves.org/resource-center/insights/7-steps-to-start-your-savings-journey/

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10 Cheap or Free Holiday Activities

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! The holidays are one of the happiest seasons for many of us….and can quickly become the most costly. On average, Americans spend around $1800 on gifts, travel, food, and events from November – January each year.

https://veteransaves.org/resource-center/insights/10-cheap-or-free-holiday-activities/

18 Money-Saving Tips for Veterans and Service Members

Have you ever needed to “find money?” As you consider your savings goals and assess your current financial landscape, it may be necessary to get a little creative to achieve the financial stability you envision.

https://veteransaves.org/resource-center/insights/18-money-saving-tips-for-veterans-and-service-members/

3 Benefits Every Veteran Should Know About

Veterans have earned benefits that honor them for their service. Some of these benefits include free tax preparation services and burial services. These benefits are a thank you to retired service members for their years of dedicated service. Here are three benefits every veteran should know about than can help them and their families save on expenses. 

https://veteransaves.org/resource-center/insights/3-benefits-every-veteran-should-know-about/

3 Practical Ways to Reduce Financial Stress and Protect Your Mental Health

At Veteran Saves, we know that saving money isn't just about building wealth, it’s about building peace of mind. And when so many families are feeling the pressure of rising costs, housing instability, and job market uncertainty, it's more important than ever to talk about the connection between financial stability and mental health.

https://veteransaves.org/resource-center/insights/3-practical-ways-to-reduce-financial-stress-and-protect-your-mental-health/

5 Steps To Consider When Purchasing A Car

Now that you’ve transitioned out of the military and are enjoying your civilian lifestyle, you may find yourself thinking that it’s time for a new set of wheels! Deciding to save for a large purchase is an empowering and exciting time. We understand that the car-buying process can be overwhelming at times, but we’re here to help! Below are 5 steps to consider when buying a new car!

https://veteransaves.org/resource-center/insights/5-steps-to-consider-when-purchasing-a-car/

5 Ways Veterans Can Continue to Save in Retirement

There are several ways veterans can manage their finances and be more secure in retirement. Here are 5 things that Veterans can do to manage their finances more successfully in retirement.

https://veteransaves.org/resource-center/insights/5-ways-veterans-can-continue-to-save-in-retirement/

6 Steps To Prepare For Your Retirement Journey When You’re Military

Retirement is one of those endeavors that fall into the “someday” category. When living your day-to-day life as a servicemember or military family and you’re in your 20s, 30s, and even your 40s and those everyday expenses pop up, it’s more difficult to save for something that is seemingly so close, yet so far away.

https://veteransaves.org/resource-center/insights/6-steps-to-prepare-for-your-retirement-journey-when-you-re-military/

7 Steps to Start Your Savings Journey

So you’ve decided that it’s time for you to get (more) serious about your finances, particularly saving. Great! This is a critical moment that happens for most working-class Americans, no matter how much money you’re making.

https://veteransaves.org/resource-center/insights/7-steps-to-start-your-savings-journey/

Accessing and Managing Your Veteran Benefits

There are a number of compensation benefits available to American Veterans. Managing and accessing the benefits you’re eligible for can be a little bit of an intimidating task for most of us. With that in mind, we’ve broken down some of the benefits available to Veterans and how to apply for each.

https://veteransaves.org/resource-center/insights/accessing-and-managing-your-veteran-benefits/

Avoiding Fraud, Scams & Identity Theft

Veterans benefits are very attractive to scammers, which makes Veterans and their families a top target for fraudsters trying to steal their information and identity. According to the FTC, Veteran fraud was up by 118% last year with reported losses totaling over $267 million. Reports by AARP also show that veterans who are victims of fraud and scams are around 40% more likely to lose money and often lose more money than civilian victims. Below, we share a few of the most prevalent scams targeting Veterans, the red flags you should be looking for, and some ways to protect yourself.

https://veteransaves.org/resource-center/insights/avoiding-fraud-scams-identity-theft/

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6 Money Saving Reasons You Should Use the VA Loan When Buying A Home

The VA loan program is a great benefit of military service that provides many money saving options and empowers Veterans to achieve their dreams of homeownership.

https://veteransaves.org/resource-center/insights/6-money-saving-reasons-you-should-use-the-va-loan-when-buying-a-home/

About Us

Veteran Saves, a component of America Saves, seeks to motivate, support, and encourage the entire Veteran community to save money, reduce debt, and build wealth through financial education and resources.

https://veteransaves.org/about-us/

AMERICA SAVES PREPARES TO BUILD FINANCIAL CONFIDENCE IN THE MILITARY COMMUNITY WITH ITS ANNUAL MILITARY SAVES WEEK THIS APRIL

In Conjunction with National Financial Capability Month, Military Saves Will Provide the Military Community with Live Events and Online Resources During Week-Long Celebration Kicking off on April 24

https://veteransaves.org/newsroom/press-releases/america-saves-prepares-to-build-financial-confidence-in-the-military-community-with-its-annual-military-saves-week-this-april/

Embeddable Pledge Request

Completing the Embeddable Pledge Form allows you to encourage your community to take the Veteran Saves Pledge without leaving your website, while also being able to clearly determine how many individuals you encouraged to take action during Veteran Saves Week.

https://veteransaves.org/veteran-saves-week-2024-toolkit/additional-resources/embeddable-pledge-request/