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Marine hockey team builds deeper bonds for new season
A decade ago, Marine Tyler Bluder revived a hockey team for members of the U.S. Marine Corps. Ever since, players have come together from around the country to rekindle the bonds of brotherhood with sticks and pucks rather than cammies and boots. On tournament weekends, teammates fly in from around the country to face off…
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A PCS Move Is a Fresh Start—Here’s How You Can Make the Most of It
Each year, more than 400,000 Active Duty Servicemembers receive Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders, according to the Department of Defense’s Military OneSource. Whether you’re headed across the country or around the world, a PCS marks the start of a new chapter—and a unique opportunity to get organized and financially prepared. “Just like any relocation,…
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A military member’s guide to balance transfers
New year, new financial you? Almost everyone sets new resolutions on January 1, but that’s the easy part. Your resolutions might be job related, like scoring higher on your PT test. Or maybe it’s financial, like staying within budget and paying down debt. When it comes to debt, have no fear – there are great…
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Tis’ the season for military members to save big on a new car
From holiday auto promotions to many franchise dealerships trying to clear out inventory and make room for newer models, purchasing a car later in the year could mean saving hundreds—perhaps thousands—of dollars on a new ride’s price tag. In fact, December has the year’s highest discount off MSRP (6.1 percent on average) and the highest…
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Leaving the military? Consider a career in these fields
Did you know more than 250,000 military members transition out of the service each year? The transition to civilian life is a big moment for service members. To help them land on their feet and enjoy long-term career success, Navy Federal partnered with Hire Heroes USA®* to survey over 1,000 veterans nationwide on what they…
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6 Tips for Protecting Your Financial Information
Each year millions of Americans have their personal information compromised, and the number keeps growing. From large scale data breaches to Social Security and IRS scams, there are plenty of risks to be wary of. In fact, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has received nearly 1.3 million reports about government imposters scams since 2014. Most…
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Trust your future self to reach financial goals
You have some extra money left over after paying your bills, and you know you should sock it away in savings or use it to pay down your credit card. But this new restaurant just opened down the street, or you really could use a weekend away, and you just don’t have the willpower to…
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Here’s how to make your college costs and student loans work for you
A college degree can unlock a world of opportunities. In fact, many employers seek college-educated workers. But financing a college education and tackling student loan debt is an issue facing many Americans today, including servicemembers and their families. Total student loan debt has surpassed $1.5 trillion, with 4 in 10 students carrying over $30K in…
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Mission renovation: Using your equity for home improvements
Owning a home can be extremely rewarding. But if you’re anything like most homeowners, you’ve also got a laundry list of home improvements and a to-do list that’s never-ending. One of the biggest advantages of homeownership is the equity you build in your home. The faster you pay your mortgage and build this equity, the…
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4 Tips to Maximize Your Credit Card Rewards for Travel
If you’re a frequent traveler, live on-the-go or are booking a vacation, you have everything to gain from taking full advantage of the benefits and rewards of your credit card. Understanding your credit card’s reward system and policies can help you not only rack up points faster along the way, but can also ultimately save…
