Financial Readiness in Transition, Part 3 – Life Insurance and Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP)
Welcome to Part 3 of our Financial Readiness series on MilSpouse Transition Conversations! In this episode, host Anna Larson sits down with Sarah Roder, CFEI®, Director of Partnerships and Member Engagement at Armed Forces Mutual, to tackle two of the most important (and often most confusing) decisions in military transition—life insurance and the Survivor Benefit […]
Financial Readiness in Transition, Part 2 – Investing
Welcome to Part 2 in our Financial Readiness series on MilSpouse Transition Conversations! In this episode, host Anna Larson is joined again by Sarah Roder, CFEI®, Director of Partnerships and Member Engagement at Armed Forces Mutual, to dive into one of the most common (and often most confusing) topics during military transition—investing. From understanding your […]
Financial Readiness in Transition, Part 1 – Budgeting
Welcome to the first episode in our Financial Readiness series on MilSpouse Transition Conversations! In this kickoff conversation, host Anna Larson sits down with Sarah Roder, CFEI®, Director of Partnerships and Member Engagement at Armed Forces Mutual, to dig into the real numbers behind military-to-civilian transition. This episode lays the groundwork for building a strong […]
About that TSP: What Military Spouses Need to Know
Freeze it, roll it, or freak out? Let’s break down what actually happens to your servicemember’s Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) when you leave active duty military life—and how to play it smart for your future. If your military transition checklist includes a confused stare at your servicemember’s TSP account while muttering “What now?”—you’re not alone. […]
Top 4 Financial Resources to Bookmark for Transition Financial Wellbeing
Transition can turn your finances into a full-blown question mark. Whether you’re staring down a new budget, prepping for civilian pay, or just trying not to panic about health insurance, you don’t have to figure it out alone. These four resources are clutch for military spouses who want clarity, confidence, and support—without sorting through a […]
Transition Finance 101 for Military Families: How to Tackle the Transition to Civilian Life Like A Pro
So, you can see the civilian light at the end of the active-duty tunnel—congrats! It’s a big milestone, and while it can feel exciting, it also comes with a ton of questions (especially about money). Let’s be honest: managing finances during this shift can be confusing, even overwhelming—but don’t worry, you’ve got this. And I’ve […]
Two Must-Have Financial Accounts for Military Spouses Before, After, or During Transition
Unlocking Financial Freedom: The Power of HYSA and Roth IRA for Transitioning Military Spouses by Maegan Brown Navigating the transition from military life to civilian life can be overwhelming, but financial wellbeing can be your beacon of hope and a shred of control over your future. Financial wellbeing is defined as managing your money well […]
Why Military Spouses Need To Be Part of the Transition Conversation.
I was standing in my office when my servicemember walked out the door to pick up his DD214. It was April 1, 2021, and we had just had a good laugh. Picking up your DD214 on April Fool’s Day is ripe for jokes. Wouldn’t it be funny, I said, if he showed up and his […]
Tax Shock! What You Need to Know as a Transitioning Military Family with Christina Miller, E.A., PMP
If you thought the transition out of active duty military service was tough, wait until Tax Shock hits. In this episode of MilSpouse Transition Conversations, we’re breaking down Plus, we’re covering 2025 tax updates that could impact your family. Taxes aren’t fun, but owing more than you expected is even worse. Tune in and get […]
Scholarships for Military Families: Joint Services Scholarship Database
Looking for help to make your higher education goals a possibility? Introducing the Joint Services Scholarship Database for active duty and veteran military and military dependents. Meet Emily Williams and Kristen Ferullo, the database research and design team who created this fully searchable database. Learn how they curated branch and demographic scholarships from various resources […]