Army CGO: No Debt, No Kids, No Savings
I usually get an email every week or so from a reader. You can contact me here if you have an military finance question. Here is a conversation I had …
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Military Influencers Conference 2019 (MICDC) Spouse Ticket Sponsorship
Military Money Manual is giving away a VIP ticket valued at $297.99 plus $500 cash to cover the cost of attending the 2019 Military Influencer Conference in Washington, DC. The MICDC …
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A Million Dollar Book List
Taken as a whole, these books should increase your net worth by at least $1,000,000 over the course of your lifetime. If you have a higher paying job than most, you …
0% Interest Loans for Coast Guard During Government Shutdown 2019
Here is a list of 0% interest loans for Coasties during the government shutdown. Any other resouces you have found that actually put cash in your pocket quickly please share …
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Reader Email: ROTC Cadet AMEX Platinum, O3E FI, Trad Guard CZTE
Here are a couple of emails I received from readers on the site that I thought were worth sharing: Hi Spencer, I just read your credit card guide and was …
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How to Survive a Government Shutdown 2019
Update 17 January 2019: Resources for Coast Guardians (“Coasties”) affected by the government shut down and missing a paycheck. For the 4th time in my Air Force career, Congress has …
AMEX Personal Loan for Active Duty Military: 0% Interest for 3 Years
American Express offers a $3500 to $40,000 personal loan to active duty US military servicemembers with 0% interest for up to 3 years. The interest rate is initially set at …
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Lowe’s Military Discount | Active Duty, Retiree, & Veteran 10% Discount
The Lowe’s military discount is generously offered to all active, guard, reserve, veteran, honorably discharged, and retirees of the US armed forces and their immediate families. Lowe’s extends their gratitude …
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McAfee Military Discount: 60% Off Anti-Virus or FREE for DOD Employees
The McAfee Total Protection military discount is available for active duty, guard, and reserve servicemembers of both the United States and Canada. Military family members, veterans, and retirees are also eligible. …
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How I Respond to the IRS Combat Zone Tax Letter (CP04)
For the past 5 years, I claimed CZTE or Combat Zone Tax Exclusion income on my tax returns. Every year after I file my taxes, I receive a CP04 Notice …
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