New York Times Says: Financial Compatibility Makes for Happy Marriages

October 13, 2008 | Kate

It seems kind of obvious, especially if you've been married for a while.  An article posted at the New York Times.com last month states The Key to Wedded Bliss?  Money Matters.  It has … [Read more...]

Military Spouse Residency Relief Act

October 11, 2008 | Kate

Over at Military Etc, Homefront 6 has written a fantastic post on the Military Spouse Residency Relief Act.  Currently under consideration in the House of Representatives, this piece of … [Read more...]

The Case for Separate Credit Cards

October 10, 2008 | Kate

Today, I'm going to tell you why I think that you and your spouse should have separate credit card accounts.  I know that there are some people who will disagree with me, and others who believe … [Read more...]

Education Essential Intel

October 08, 2008 | Kate

If you're trying to go to college, I'm sure that you are thinking about the best ways to pay for it.  Military.com has a wonderful resource for information about the finances of education:  … [Read more...]

Wishing I Was Army. And Overseas. And…

October 08, 2008 | Kate

Thanks to Veteran Military Wife at Life Lessons of a Military Wife, I just learned about the Army Emergency Relief's fantastic Overseas Spouse Education Assistance Program (OSEAP).  It seems that … [Read more...]

Free Online Magazine: Military Money

October 07, 2008 | Kate

Military Money is a magazine and website devoted to financial information for military families.  You can subscribe to their online edition for free...just go to Military Money and click on the … [Read more...]

Less Mail? Sometimes, It's a Good Thing

October 06, 2008 | Kate

Is your mailbox a minefield of alluring credit card offers and enticing catalogs?  Even when you have a lot of self control, those offers can be enticing.  Plus, the credit card offers can … [Read more...]

Renters Insurance? You Need It, and You CAN Afford It

October 05, 2008 | Kate

Insurance is important, there is no doubt about it.  Car insurance, health insurance, life insurance and disability insurance are all part of a good financial plan.  One insurance that is … [Read more...]

New Checking Option from Navy Federal

October 04, 2008 | Kate

I was over at Navy Federal Credit Union's website today, and I noticed a bit on the home page advertising their new Active Duty Checking Account.  This account requires a regular direct deposit … [Read more...]

Christmas Already? The Tree, and Entertaining

October 03, 2008 | Kate

For many families, the tree is a huge part of the Christmas tradition.  Buying it, decorating it, looking at the pretty lights - all these things contribute to the holiday excitement, and the … [Read more...]

Don't Buy New!

October 02, 2008 | Kate

It's rather hard to survive without buying anything, however, many things that you can buy used and save a lot of money.  In her article at MSN Money, Liz Pulliam Weston explains the 10 … [Read more...]

Pulling Together Pennies in a Pinch

October 01, 2008 | Kate

Every once in a while, we all need to pull together some cash or other spendable assets quickly.  Here are five quick and relatively painless ways to find money fast: Gather up your change.  … [Read more...]

Christmas Already? Ways To Save (Installment 3)

October 01, 2008 | Kate

I hope that you've found the Christmas posts helpful so far.  Today, I'm going to hit on cards and decorating.  For me, decorating is the little expense that slowly eats into my holiday … [Read more...]

Coming to You For Free: The YMCA

September 30, 2008 | Kate

I've just heard the most amazing news.  The Department of Defense is partnering with the Armed Forces YMCA to help pay for memberships at YMCAs throughout the United States and Puerto Rico.  … [Read more...]