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‘Tis the season to give … and get rewards
Over 90 percent of military families report having at least one credit card, according to a survey conducted by Consumer Credit. If you already have a credit card but don’t have a great rewards program, ‘tis the season to apply for a second card to make holiday shopping a bit more pleasant. They say it’s…
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We cater for all occasions here at the Exchange
Whether planning a holiday office party, getting ready for the college football bowl season or watching your favorite team’s playoff run, Exchange Restaurants offer wide variety of catering options. From sandwich platters at Subway to complete holiday meals at Boston Market, our Exchange Restaurants make planning your special event memorable and hassle-free. Planning a holiday…
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Protect your identity this holiday season
Before you deck the halls this holiday season, take a few minutes to review these important reminders for protecting your identity and financial information. Military service members are twice as likely to have their identity stolen than the general public, according to a 2013 Federal Trade Commission survey. That means you’ll need to put your…
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With MILITARY STAR Sweepstakes, your holiday bill could be on us!
This article is provided and presented by our sponsor, the MILITARY STAR card. Approved by Congress in 1979 to protect service members from predatory lending and to provide responsible credit solutions, MILITARY STAR offers financial benefits to all military branches. Visit MyECP.com for more information. After the wrapping paper and ribbons settle, the post-holiday break…
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The Exchange: Family Serving Family
As the Department of Defense’s oldest and largest retailer, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service operates more than 2,500 retail stores, 500 convenience stores and more than 1,600 quick-serve restaurants in 50 states and in 33 countries. In 2015, the Exchange generated $8.5B in revenue. The Exchange is more than just stores on posts…
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5 things you can do with leftover BAH
Depending on your duty station, you or a family member may have the opportunity to live off base. If that’s the case, you should be receiving BAH, or basic allowance for housing. This allowance helps pay rent, utilities and other necessities, and varies by location and grade. Many service members opt to live with a…
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Caring for military working dogs after they finish their service
Bring up the subject of military working dogs (MWDs) with almost anyone, service member or civilian, and you’ll hear about admiration and affection for these brave, hard-working and loyal animals. If you get to speak with troops or veterans about the blessing of being reunited with and adopting their retired MWDs, you’ll know just how much…
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Beefing up your cybersecurity to stay safe online
Being in the military presents its own set of challenges when it comes to monitoring your personal information. With the rise in data and information breaches, protecting private information should be first on everyone’s priority list. The Internet has made our lives easier in many ways, allowing us to connect more quickly in all areas…
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How to feel more secure about retirement
Retirement on the near horizon tends to set off alarm bells for even the most financially secure of us. Going from a steady income and savings mode to a spend-only phase of life can be an uncomfortable transition. Before retirement hits, it pays to brush up on what you think you already know when it…
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Top 5 honeymoon places you’ll love
All the weeks and months of planning your Big Day is finally over. Your wedding was a success, and your family and friends are still raving about how much fun they had. Now it’s time to relax, kick up your feet and enjoy your honeymoon! To give you a little inspiration, here are our top…
