The holiday season is just over the horizon, and as it nears, hundreds of thousands of United States veterans will receive some welcome financial relief. Starting on November 1, 2026, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is enacting a three-month “premium holiday” for Veterans’ Group Life Insurance (VGLI) policyholders. Eligible veterans will maintain their VGLI insurance without making premium payments during November, December and January. This frees up some money fo

Congratulations on your upcoming or recent military wedding! As you embark on this exciting new chapter together, there's nothing more important than building a strong financial foundation to protect your growing family. Military life brings challenges that are unique from the lives of non-service members: deployments, relocations, and unpredictable schedules. With these in mind, financial preparedness is paramount. Here are a few key steps every newly married military couple