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5 financial literacy finds for parents
Even though we are no longer celebrating Financial Literacy Month (April), we are excited about sharing our tips, tricks and resources to becoming more financially stable and literate. We have compiled a list for parents and guardians who are eager to start the conversation with their little ones because we firmly believe, it’s never to…
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Be in-the-know about your credit score
You may have wondered at some point in your financial journey how your credit score is calculated. This number acts as an adult report card and is used by potential lenders to determine your risk. It affects the loan products and interest rates you qualify for. Some 90% of top lenders use FICO when making…
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Entrepreneurship as a second career
Whether you’re enlisted as a Reserve, Active-Duty or transitioning out of the military, it’s never too early to consider your options in the private sector. Many service members have full-fledged second careers after leaving the military, and perhaps surprisingly, entrepreneurship is a natural choice. As a service member, you’re 45 percent more likely to pursue…
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Giving you ammo to improve your financial aim
When 46% of Americans don’t have enough savings to cover an emergency cost over $400, it is important to understand your finance options when searching for a way to cover an unexpected curve ball from life. Below we break down the differences between revolving credit and installment debt in the hopes to better inform…
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Oregon State Ecampus puts graduates in charge of their future
Stuart Broadway is stationed in Cape Cod, Massachusetts, in the United States Coast Guard – some 2,600 miles from Oregon State University in Corvallis. He enrolled as an online student with Oregon State Ecampus in 2012 with little knowledge of the school. His metaphorical leap of faith was rewarded nicely: When Stuart visited the OSU…
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Why accounting is a lot like being a scout pilot
U.S. Army Major — and former scout pilot — Brad Bertinot served tours in Iraq, Afghanistan, and Korea, among other locations. Now, he’s turning his sights on a new destination: the accounting profession. Brad was already a leader; now he’s adding new skills in financial management, tax strategy, and auditing to his already full resume.…
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Accounting is cooler – and more versatile – than you think
If you’re considering a career in business — either within the military or after you transition out — consider what adding deep knowledge of accounting and finance principles could do for your resume. Think accounting is only for accountants? Think again. Military leaders often make successful business leaders. And the most successful business leaders understand their…
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Life’s moments, your legacy and life insurance
Our lives are defined by moments. In turn, those moments create our legacy. Regardless of where you are in life, your legacy should be celebrated and shared. After all, you’ve done some pretty awesome things to get to where you are today! With those moments top of mind, consider all the people who supported you…
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Still standing at attention: A veteran’s take on standing at work
George G. is a Vietnam War veteran who proudly served as an aviation mechanic, door gunner, E-5 specialist crew chief, and SGT of the flight platoon in the Army’s 1st and 9th, 1st Calvary Division. After Vietnam, George joined the National Guard and, after many years of inactive military and many corporate jobs, decided he…
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Standing up for optimal health
Everyone knows that being in the military can be very physically demanding. From the dangers of carrying 70-pound packs to physical fitness tests, military duty is one of the most strenuous occupations you can have. What should not be strenuous or physically demanding is being a “desk jockey” but, believe it or not, having a…
