Free financial education for service members, Veterans, and military families, from GoVA Foundation.https://govafoundation.org/https://govafoundation.org/gova-in-virginian-pilot-newspaper/https://govafoundation.org/gova-in-virginian-pilot-newspaper/GoVA Foundation is featured in the Nov 12, 2025 edition of the Virginian-Pilot, highlighting our partnership with C&F Bank to support military families.Wed, 19 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/how-to-reduce-your-financial-stress/https://govafoundation.org/how-to-reduce-your-financial-stress/Service members and military spouses experience stress from PCS moves and other challenges. Learn easy ways to reduce financial stress.Wed, 20 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/top-10-things-military-families-love-about-moving-to-charleston/https://govafoundation.org/top-10-things-military-families-love-about-moving-to-charleston/Military families who are PCSing, retiring or moving to Charleston, SC will love the military-friendly area and great amenities.Tue, 12 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/military-families-maximize-your-tax-refund-invest-and-save/https://govafoundation.org/military-families-maximize-your-tax-refund-invest-and-save/Military income is not always taxable, so learn how to invest and save your tax refund to maximize results for your family.Wed, 21 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/top-10-mortgage-questions-answered/https://govafoundation.org/top-10-mortgage-questions-answered/Mortgage experts answer the top mortgage questions people ask when buying a home. Get your mortgage answers here!Sat, 10 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/military-homebuying-tips-agents-taxes-and-va-loans/https://govafoundation.org/military-homebuying-tips-agents-taxes-and-va-loans/Choosing an agent who knows military moves, what to expect on property taxes, and how a VA loan changes the home buying process.Tue, 23 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/master-your-homeowner-budget-a-guide-for-military-families/https://govafoundation.org/master-your-homeowner-budget-a-guide-for-military-families/A VA loan means no down payment, but a military homeowner budget should expect closing costs & insurance rates, and monitor credit scores.Wed, 10 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/a-guide-to-budgeting-for-military-life-changes/https://govafoundation.org/a-guide-to-budgeting-for-military-life-changes/Learn how to budget for military life changes, including PCS moves, deployments, having a baby, spouse unemployment, and military retirement.Wed, 03 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/bah-changes-military-budget/https://govafoundation.org/bah-changes-military-budget/When your BAH changes, an increase or a decrease, it will impact your household budget. Make the most of your money with these budget tips.Wed, 20 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/military-family-insurance/https://govafoundation.org/military-family-insurance/Get answers to your military family insurance questions about auto, homeowner's, and renter's insurance during a PCS move.Wed, 06 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/5-ways-to-protect-your-wallet-this-holiday-season-tips-for-military-families/https://govafoundation.org/5-ways-to-protect-your-wallet-this-holiday-season-tips-for-military-families/Military families, protect your wallet and make informed money choices with these financial tips for the holiday season.Mon, 20 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/holiday-spending-tips-military-families/https://govafoundation.org/holiday-spending-tips-military-families/Get control of your budget with these holiday spending tips to keep military families on track with their holiday finances.Mon, 20 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/the-best-vacation-discounts-for-military-families/https://govafoundation.org/the-best-vacation-discounts-for-military-families/Whether you want a trip to the beach or an amusement park, these are the best vacation discounts for military families.Tue, 24 Oct 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/top-10-bases-for-military-families/https://govafoundation.org/top-10-bases-for-military-families/What are the favorite bases for military families of each branch? Find out the best locations with quality amenities and local activities!Thu, 19 Oct 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/top-10-cities-military-veterans-retire/https://govafoundation.org/top-10-cities-military-veterans-retire/When military Veterans retire and choose a "forever home," they flock to these 10 U.S. cities. Is yours on the list? Should it be?Tue, 10 Oct 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/va-loan-what-military-families-need-to-know/https://govafoundation.org/va-loan-what-military-families-need-to-know/Find out the 6 benefits of a VA loan, and how military families become eligible for this home-buying benefit.Wed, 04 Oct 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/why-you-need-emergency-savings-as-a-military-family/https://govafoundation.org/why-you-need-emergency-savings-as-a-military-family/Military families need emergency savings accounts for a safety net during PCS moves, deployments, and natural disasters. Get started here.Thu, 21 Sep 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/military-family-budget-building-tips/https://govafoundation.org/military-family-budget-building-tips/Learn military family budget tips to keep you on track during PCS moves and deployments so you can reach your financial goals.Mon, 18 Sep 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/four-tips-for-military-families-navigating-a-competitive-housing-market/https://govafoundation.org/four-tips-for-military-families-navigating-a-competitive-housing-market/Four things that help military families compete for a home when inventory is tight and a PCS date is already on the calendar.Wed, 30 Aug 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/back-to-school-deals-discounts-for-military-families/https://govafoundation.org/back-to-school-deals-discounts-for-military-families/Back-to-school discounts and tax-free weekends worth knowing about, and how military families can plan the spending ahead.Wed, 23 Aug 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/portable-jobs-for-military-spouses/https://govafoundation.org/portable-jobs-for-military-spouses/Career ideas that move with you, from bookkeeping to teaching online, plus the MyCAA funding that can help you get qualified.Mon, 14 Aug 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/companies-hiring-veterans-and-military-spouses/https://govafoundation.org/companies-hiring-veterans-and-military-spouses/Four well-known American companies with hiring programs for Veterans and military spouses, and how to find their open roles.Wed, 09 Aug 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/pact-act-information/https://govafoundation.org/pact-act-information/What the PACT Act covers, who is eligible, and how Veterans exposed to burn pits and other toxins can start a claim with the VA.Tue, 01 Aug 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/transition-from-military-to-civilian-career/https://govafoundation.org/transition-from-military-to-civilian-career/With a little preparation, you can streamline your transition into civilian life and hit the ground running in your post-military career.Mon, 24 Jul 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/summer-fun-money-saving-tips/https://govafoundation.org/summer-fun-money-saving-tips/Stay on track with your budget and have a great time with these 5 easy tips to save money without sacrificing your summer fun.Fri, 14 Jul 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/summer-savings-tips/https://govafoundation.org/summer-savings-tips/To meet your savings goals, we’ve come up with 5 quick tips on how you can reduce expenses during the summer season.Mon, 10 Jul 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/military-friendly-vacations/https://govafoundation.org/military-friendly-vacations/Budget-friendly holiday ideas for military families, including military lodging, Space-A travel and discounts worth checking first.Fri, 30 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/buying-home-while-active-duty/https://govafoundation.org/buying-home-while-active-duty/Living on post, renting or buying: how military families weigh the three options, and the questions to ask before committing.Fri, 23 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/pcs-tips-from-military-spouse/https://govafoundation.org/pcs-tips-from-military-spouse/Practical PCS tips from a military spouse who has done it many times: paperwork, packing, timing, and protecting your budget.Fri, 16 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/pros-cons-of-living-on-or-off-base/https://govafoundation.org/pros-cons-of-living-on-or-off-base/On base or off base: the real financial trade-offs for military families, from BAH and utilities to commute costs and equity.Mon, 12 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/d-day-history/https://govafoundation.org/d-day-history/Why the National D-Day Memorial stands in Bedford, Virginia, and the story of the small town that lost more per capita than any other.Thu, 01 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/active-duty-military-home-buying/https://govafoundation.org/active-duty-military-home-buying/Four things to weigh before buying a home on active duty, from PCS timing to what your VA loan benefit does and does not cover.Tue, 30 May 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/reimagining-active-duty/https://govafoundation.org/reimagining-active-duty/One Veteran on what military appreciation should look like, and why the organisations doing it well focus on practical help.Thu, 18 May 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/financial-spring-cleaning/https://govafoundation.org/financial-spring-cleaning/Three steps to a financial spring clean: review your subscriptions, check your credit report, and put your savings on autopilot.Wed, 17 May 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/military-spouse-appreciation-day/https://govafoundation.org/military-spouse-appreciation-day/A military spouse writes to military spouses about the work nobody sees, and the financial pressures that come with the life.Mon, 08 May 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/military-appreciation-month/https://govafoundation.org/military-appreciation-month/Military Appreciation Month deals and discounts for service members, Veterans and their families, and how to make the most of them.Tue, 02 May 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/reduce-debt-reach-savings-goals/https://govafoundation.org/reduce-debt-reach-savings-goals/How to pay down debt and build savings at the same time, with a method that survives deployments, PCS moves and pay changes.Mon, 24 Apr 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/military-child-month/https://govafoundation.org/military-child-month/Month of the Military Child: why April matters, and ways families and communities can mark it for the children who serve too.Mon, 17 Apr 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/saving-for-an-emergency/https://govafoundation.org/saving-for-an-emergency/Why an emergency fund matters more in military life, how much to aim for, and how to build one on an enlisted paycheque.Thu, 06 Apr 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/military-saves-week-the-edge/https://govafoundation.org/military-saves-week-the-edge/Military Saves Week is a good moment to start. How The Edge helps service members and families set a savings goal and keep it.Tue, 04 Apr 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/va-funding-fee-reductions-coming-soon/https://govafoundation.org/va-funding-fee-reductions-coming-soon/The VA funding fee reduction that took effect in April 2023, what the rates were, and why you should check VA.gov for today’s.Mon, 06 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/meet-the-edge/https://govafoundation.org/meet-the-edge/The Edge is a FREE resource for military members, veterans, and their families, focusing on increasing financial wellness.Fri, 30 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/wreaths-across-america/https://govafoundation.org/wreaths-across-america/Wreaths Across America coordinates wreath­-laying ceremonies at more than 3,400 locations across the United States.Fri, 16 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/your-seasonal-home-maintenance-guide/https://govafoundation.org/your-seasonal-home-maintenance-guide/Inspecting your home and completing monthly home improvement projects will keep your maintenance schedule on track and easier to manage.Fri, 09 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/5-va-loan-facts-you-may-not-know/https://govafoundation.org/5-va-loan-facts-you-may-not-know/The strength of the VA Loan comes from the specific financial benefits this type of loan provides compared to other mortgage loan options.Fri, 02 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/5-ways-to-feel-more-grateful-and-thankful/https://govafoundation.org/5-ways-to-feel-more-grateful-and-thankful/By definition, thankfulness is feeling pleased and relieved. Gratefulness is showing appreciation for something done or received.Wed, 23 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/tips-for-first-time-home-buyers-2022/https://govafoundation.org/tips-for-first-time-home-buyers-2022/Extra knowledge will go a long way to saving money and avoiding mistakes that could derail your home buying plans.Fri, 18 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/veterans-day/https://govafoundation.org/veterans-day/Veterans Day is a day to pay respects to those who served. What the day marks, and how military families can observe it.Fri, 11 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/giving-tuesday-what-you-should-know/https://govafoundation.org/giving-tuesday-what-you-should-know/What Giving Tuesday is, how to check that a charity is legitimate, and how to give in a way that fits a military family budget.Thu, 03 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/10-favorite-fall-activities/https://govafoundation.org/10-favorite-fall-activities/Ten low-cost fall activities for military families, from pumpkin patches to hikes, that fit a tight budget and a busy duty schedule.Fri, 28 Oct 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/why-are-mortgage-rates-still-rising-heres-what-we-know/https://govafoundation.org/why-are-mortgage-rates-still-rising-heres-what-we-know/What moves mortgage rates, how the Federal Reserve fits in, and why rates and home prices do not always move together.Fri, 21 Oct 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/veteran-spotlight-jeff-robertson-of-skeletons-for-st-jude/https://govafoundation.org/veteran-spotlight-jeff-robertson-of-skeletons-for-st-jude/How Veteran Jeff Robertson turned a Halloween skeleton display into a fundraiser that has raised hundreds of thousands for St. Jude.Fri, 14 Oct 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/financial-and-mental-health-go-hand-and-hand/https://govafoundation.org/financial-and-mental-health-go-hand-and-hand/Financial stress and mental health feed each other. What the research shows, and practical first steps for military families.Thu, 06 Oct 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/understanding-the-current-interest-rate-impact/https://govafoundation.org/understanding-the-current-interest-rate-impact/We are devoted to being a trusted and credible resource for the military community. Understanding the Current Interest Rate ImpactThu, 29 Sep 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/weekly-budgeting-101/https://govafoundation.org/weekly-budgeting-101/Budgeting by the week rather than the month suits military pay cycles. How to set one up and what to do when it slips.Wed, 21 Sep 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/veteran-spotlight-john-nagle/https://govafoundation.org/veteran-spotlight-john-nagle/Veteran John Nagle on using his VA loan benefit four times, what he learned each time, and his advice for first-time buyers.Thu, 15 Sep 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/job-hunt-tips/https://govafoundation.org/job-hunt-tips/How to translate military experience for civilian employers, build a network from a new duty station, and prepare for interviews.Wed, 07 Sep 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/renting-vs-buying-what-you-need-to-know/https://govafoundation.org/renting-vs-buying-what-you-need-to-know/Renting or buying as a military family: how long you plan to stay, what your VA benefit changes, and the costs on both sides.Wed, 31 Aug 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/7-questions-for-mortgage-lenders/https://govafoundation.org/7-questions-for-mortgage-lenders/Seven questions a mortgage lender answered for military buyers, from closing costs to what lenders look for in your file.Wed, 24 Aug 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/how-to-highlight-your-military-experience-for-your-resume/https://govafoundation.org/how-to-highlight-your-military-experience-for-your-resume/How to translate military roles, training and achievements into a resume a civilian hiring manager will understand.Wed, 27 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/ptsd-awareness-month/https://govafoundation.org/ptsd-awareness-month/PTSD Awareness Month: what PTSD is, how common it is among Veterans, and where service members and families can find support.Tue, 12 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/5-va-loan-benefits-you-need-to-know/https://govafoundation.org/5-va-loan-benefits-you-need-to-know/Five VA loan benefits military buyers often miss, including no down payment, no mortgage insurance and limited closing costs.Thu, 09 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://govafoundation.org/military-housing-decorating-hacks/https://govafoundation.org/military-housing-decorating-hacks/A military spouse on making base housing feel like home without losing your deposit, and without spending much to do it.Thu, 09 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMT