If one of your goals for the New Year was to get your home organized then one important item to add to your to-do list is to also include making time to gather and create a proper Home Resource File or Binder. Whether you are old school and prefer something tangible and on paper or …
Perhaps when the term, “reverse mortgage” comes to mind, you conjure images of an aging, former celebrity espousing its benefits for senior adults in an infomercial. As with other similar advertisements that have a similarly predatory feel, it is important to pay close attention to the details of reverse mortgage products for yourself or for …
Unless you have been living under a rock, you know that student loan debt and the recent announcement of student loan forgiveness have been widely reported on in the news. Despite this reduction in debt for millions of Americans, many are still left with hefty balances on school loans. If you have ever wondered how, …
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Whether you are new in town or have lived in your current home for a while, it can be a truly invigorating experience to get out and try something new in your local area. It is likely that you already have in mind an attraction on your bucket list, but in case you need some …
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If it is time for you to begin thinking about retiring from active duty military service there are certain separation requirements the military will expect of you from getting your medical and financial records in order to prepare for your next career. There are many tactical preparations beyond the scope of this article. However, there …
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It’s true, these days there is a holiday for just about anything. Some of these holidays might even sound like they are made up for the pure enjoyment of those celebrating. Take for example National Donut Day or National Drive-Thru Day, days meant to encourage the eating of donuts or fast food. While these occasions …
For many military families with children, one of the greatest decision points when buying a home at a new duty assignment comes down to the quality and reputation of schools. However, when you are a newcomer, it may be difficult to get a pulse on what a particular school is like. Before you do any …
The 4th of July, or Independence Day, is one of several patriotic holidays celebrated in the United States. The third Saturday in May is Armed Forces Day, the last Monday in May is Memorial Day, and November 11 is Veterans Day. Independence Day is a federal holiday in the United States commemorating the Declaration of …
Whether you are in the middle of a relocation or staying put for most of your summer, chances are, if you are a parent, you are already scheming how to keep your kids entertained this summer. Now that life’s rhythms are returning to a sense of normalcy from the past few years of pandemic living, …
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The History of Memorial Day While the first commemorative Memorial Day events didn’t happen in the United States until the late 19th century, the practice of honoring those who have fallen in battle dates back thousands of years. The ancient Greeks and Romans once held annual days of remembrance for loved ones (including soldiers) each …
