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Your Military Money
July 2023
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This month, thoughts turn to baseball and beaches, picnics and parks, vacations and vegetable gardens. Join us as we celebrate not only red, white and blue but green, as in your hard-earned money!
July is Military Consumer Month and we’re teaming with our partners to bring you trusted resources, tools and tips you can use to protect your money and safeguard your financial future.
Here is some of what you’ll find in this edition:
- Learn how you can end your housing lease early without penalty due to PCS or deployment.
- Discover more about credit with a free online course.
- Find out how military spouses can protect themselves against employment scams while job hunting.
Put these Military Consumer Month resources to work now and all year — and spread the word!
See you next month,
Your Financial Well-Being Team
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Be Ready to PCS or Deploy
Prepare for your next military move or deployment. Explore helpful tips including how to end your housing lease early, without penalty, under the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act.
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Don’t Rush Major Purchases
It pays — big bucks, sometimes — to research before you commit to a major purchase. Bookmark these tips before you sign. Your future self will thank you!
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Identity Theft? Act Quickly!
You suspect someone has stolen your credit card or bank information. Know what steps to take next and minimize any negative impact.
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Brush Up on Credit
Good credit opens doors that can lead to financial stability. This free online course from Military OneSource covers key information including how to analyze credit reports, build healthy credit and avoid identity theft.
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Get Hired, Not Hoodwinked
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Employment scams are all too common. Learn how to spot and avoid them when seeking a job or side hustle as a military spouse — and let others know to be on the lookout. |
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ABOUT US
The Office of Financial Readiness oversees Department of Defense-wide financial literacy programs and education to enable service members and families to strengthen their personal financial well-being.
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