Latest Militaryfinance Podcast Episodes
Financial Support and Resources for Veterans
MILMO Show - November 13, 2023 06:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 58 ratingsThere are many resources to help active-duty service members and their families with money, but in the past, veterans haven’t had the same resources to help them with personal finance. But great news, that is changing. In this episode, Accredited Financial Counselor Heath Carelock shares the ...
Landing Government Contracts for Your Business
MILMO Show - November 06, 2023 06:00 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 58 ratingsHappy Veteran’s Appreciation Month! It’s that time of year to celebrate our veteran community. It’s also the tail end of Veteran Small Business Week, which, as a veteran small business owner, I’m a fan of. In honor of both, today’s guest is a fellow Air Force veteran and small business owner, as...
What and How to Use Tax Gain Harvesting
MILMO Show - October 30, 2023 05:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 58 ratingsIt's the season of tax talk. You’re starting to see more and more news and social media posts to begin preparing for tax season. Me included. I recently saw a post on tax gain harvesting and wanted to learn more about what that is and who should be harvesting. In this episode, Sean Mullaney br...
Funding a Debt-Free Christmas and Holidays
MILMO Show - October 23, 2023 05:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 58 ratingsMany of us want to make the holidays special but worry about the financial strain that often comes with it. That’s because the holiday season sees a big increase in spending on gifts, travel, decorations, and entertainment. There’s pressure to buy gifts and make memories for family and friends, ...
Preparing for the Home Buying Process in 2024
MILMO Show - October 16, 2023 05:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 58 ratingsIf you’re thinking about buying a home in 2024, there might be rough water. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or an experienced homeowner, there are a lot of things to consider before making this important decision and the conditions you make them in. In this episode, David Ball discusses...
Finding Financial Success On and Off-Duty
MILMO Show - October 09, 2023 05:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 58 ratingsFinding financial success on active duty can be difficult. There are a lot of challenges like high cost of living, spouse un and underemployment, and deployments and mobilizations. The good news is there are people and organizations helping, like the Air Force Aid Society. In this episode, I ...
How to Maximize Wealth and Avoid Lifestyle Creep
MILMO Show - October 02, 2023 05:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 58 ratingsWe see money messages everywhere we go. There are advertisements on streaming services, billboards, in social media, and even podcasts that encourage us to consume and buy more. Buying more increases our lifestyle, not our wealth. How can we see past all of that each day to find our own financia...
Trusts and Your Financial Planning
MILMO Show - September 25, 2023 05:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 58 ratingsTrusts can play a crucial role in helping plan your financial future by providing benefits like avoiding probate or tax efficiency and financial planning strategies like providing for special needs children. But they cost money and can be complicated. In this episode, Certified Financial Plann...
Everything You Should Know About the Dependent Care Flex Spending Account
MILMO Show - September 18, 2023 05:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 58 ratingsSaving money on your childcare expenses is getting ready to get easier for service members and their spouses. The new Dependent Care Flex Spending Account is starting soon and can help you save pre-tax dollars to pay for your childcare expenses each year, but how does it all work, and when does ...
How to Manage Multiple Businesses Effectively
MILMO Show - September 11, 2023 05:00 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 58 ratingsArmy veteran and serial entrepreneur Adam Bird shares strategies for effectively managing and growing multiple businesses. Adam discusses his journey from the military to becoming the founder of three successful companies in three different industries. Adam's memory of where he was on 9/11 and ...
{Encore} The Steps to Financial Independence Retire Early (FIRE)
MILMO Show - September 04, 2023 05:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 58 ratingsThe state of the economy has everyone feeling the squeeze. It’s not a great feeling and may have you thinking of ways to work your finances. One of those ways could be becoming part of the FIRE movement or Financial Independence Retire Early. Or just part of the Financial Independence movement. ...
Preparing Your Finances for the Student Loan Repayment Restart
MILMO Show - August 28, 2023 05:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 58 ratingsThe sun is setting on the student loan payment pause. On September 1, 2023, interest will once again start accruing on your student loans. Payments will restart sometime in October. It’s been a hot minute since many people’s budgets have included student loan payments. For many, preparations ...
Financial Readiness for Service Members and Families
MILMO Show - August 21, 2023 05:00 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 58 ratingsFinancial readiness is a critical part of force readiness but also to the quality of life of service members and their families. When it comes to taking advantage of the resources provided by the Office of Financial Readiness, there are often some misconceptions. In this episode, Andrew Cohen...
Super Sleuth Tips for Catching and Dealing with Financial Infidelity
MILMO Show - August 14, 2023 05:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 58 ratingsAre you a money cheater? Or has someone you know and love ever cheated on your financially? Financial infidelity can absolutely ruin a marriage or relationship and your finances, but what do you do if you suspect it’s happening to you? In this episode, I talk with forensic accountant Tracy Co...
Leveraging Compounding to Profit from Stocks, Dividends, and Options
MILMO Show - August 07, 2023 05:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 58 ratingsYou’ve probably heard of the power of compounding before, but do you know its true power and use that power to amplify your wealth? In this episode, financial advisors Scott Kyle and Patrick Fischer break down compound interest and how to use it to grow your wealth with stocks, dividends, and...
How to Use Consistency to Achieve Your Financial Goals
MILMO Show - July 31, 2023 05:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 58 ratingsConsistency in managing personal finances is challenging because it requires discipline, self-control, and long-term planning, which often clashes with impulsive spending habits, but without consistency, avoiding debt and building wealth is a struggle. Consistency in managing personal finance em...
The Crucial Role Self-Awareness Plays in Your Financial Success
MILMO Show - July 24, 2023 05:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 58 ratingsDo you know what is driving or holding your finances back? Lack of self can have a negative impact on your money if you let it. But most of us don’t realize the crucial role self-awareness plays in financial success. In this episode, I talk with Mick Heyman, a Chartered Financial Analyst, abou...
{Encore} The Ins and Outs of Your Post 9/11 GI Bill Benefits
MILMO Show - July 17, 2023 05:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 58 ratingsThe benefits you receive from your military service can have an impact on your finances. Last week, I had Dr. Paul Lawrence back on the show to talk about VA disability and all of the other benefits you receive as a perk for serving. One of those benefits is the Post 9/11 GI Bill which can be...
Gaining Actionable Intelligence on Veteran Disability and Other Benefits
MILMO Show - July 10, 2023 05:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 58 ratingsFor most veterans, starting a VA Disability claim or finding out the benefits you’re eligible for is daunting. There are a lot of moving parts, information, and nuances in almost every aspect of the process. It’s hard to know where to put your first step. In this episode, Dr. Paul Lawrence is...
How to Keep a Military Marriage Strong and Vibrant
MILMO Show - July 03, 2023 05:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 58 ratingsMilitary marriages face many challenges that can negatively impact your relationship. Unfortunately, the divorce rate among military couples is higher than in the civilian population. The good news is, a study published in 2017 in the Journal of Family Issues found that the divorce rate among mi...
Investing in Land vs. Real Estate
MILMO Show - June 26, 2023 05:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 58 ratingsReal estate investing is all the rage, but is it for you? There are risks and expenses when it comes to making improvements, repairs, and maintaining renters. Investing in land is another option instead of real estate. In this episode, I talk to Brent Bowers, a vacant land investor, about wha...
How to Compare Mortgage Costs and Make a Decision [Encore]
MILMO Show - June 19, 2023 05:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 58 ratingsMortgage rates continue to be a hot topic that impacts our ability to purchase or sell a home. A while back, I had Kevin Parker on the show to talk about what we should know about the true cost of a mortgage and how to take that information and make a decision that’s best for you. As we're mov...
Employment vs. Entrepreneurship: Going From Employee to Owner
MILMO Show - June 12, 2023 05:00 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 58 ratingsEarning income is a critical part of building your wealth. For most of us, that is either having a job or starting a business, but what if there is a hybrid way? In this episode, I talk to Kirby Williams about her journey of going from an employee to buying and running the business she worked...
Life Insurance for Infants: Do You Need it?
MILMO Show - June 05, 2023 05:00 - 4 minutes ★★★★★ - 58 ratingsI was recently asked the question of what are the life insurance options for infants. I think my answer was not what was expected, which made me think, this might be something that should be discussed more. In this episode, I’m going to go over life insurance for infants, the life insurance co...
How Military Families Can Prepare for Elder Care Costs
MILMO Show - May 29, 2023 05:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 58 ratingsCaring for elderly parents is an often overlooked budget item but one that can come with high expenses in the future. If caring for your older parents, grandparents, or loved one is important to you, make it a priority in your finances now. In this episode, John Osarczuk shares tips for finan...
Using Short-Term Rentals to Make Money
MILMO Show - May 22, 2023 05:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 58 ratingsHome buying and renting homes come with the territory in the military. Frequent moves lead many of us to buy or rent out of necessity, not because it’s our first choice. But how can you turn that lack of control into a way to make money? In this episode, Army veteran Joe Riley shares how you ...
Making Informed Car Buying Decisions
MILMO Show - May 15, 2023 05:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 58 ratingsBuying a car can be a big undertaking and feel overwhelming because it greatly impacts your finances. If you’re not careful, you can make mistakes or miss opportunities that can cost you. In this episode, Brendan Duebner shares tips and advice to avoid costly car-buying mistakes, the resource...
Military Spouse Skills You Can Use to Get Paid
MILMO Show - May 08, 2023 05:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 58 ratingsMilitary spouses face career challenges at every turn impacting their ability to make money and build their earning power. There’s a lot of career pivoting involved for milspouses but what if you already have a skillset that can help you make money no matter where the military sends you. In th...
Financial Planning Considerations for Guard and Reserve Families
MILMO Show - May 01, 2023 05:00 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 58 ratingsGuard and reserve members face some unique financial and career challenges compared to active duty. And there are many things to consider when deciding to go from active duty to guard or reserve. In this episode, Certified Financial Planner, Sam Lewis discusses the financial hurdles guard and...
Inflation, Economic Literacy and What to Know
MILMO Show - April 24, 2023 05:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 58 ratingsUnderstanding the economy or not understanding can help or hurt you financially. Inflation is impacting your quality of life, but do you know how it’s going to impact your retirement savings and ability to build wealth? In this episode, Certified Financial Planner™, Bryan M. Kuderna shares tip...
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