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 Tell us about a Military Spouse.
Military.com is holding its first "Thank a Military Spouse" writing contest! Do you know a great military spouse? Military.com wants to hear it! Send us a short story about a fantastic milspouse for your chance to win a 2 GB Apple iPod nano....More
Virginia to Offer In-State Tuition Rates for All Military Dependents
Starting July 1, all dependents of military service members stationed in Virginia are eligible for in-state college tuition rates, a move that should save military families thousands of dollars in higher education costs....More
Military Spouses Job Program in Jeopardy
When her husband's Air Force job took him to Colorado, Vydia Torres became a cashier just so she could join him even though her resume included stints as Puerto Rico's housing secretary and the head of a nonprofit group....More
Moving Checklist
As you get ready to move, you have a lot to organize and plan. Before you begin, take a deep breath. Think about what you need to do to get through the move and what else you'd like to do before you move. Here is a week-by-week checklist to help you plan your move....More
Help for Military Spouses Going Back to School
A college degree may lead to better job opportunities and better pay. In fact, earning a bachelor's or graduate degree increases one's average hourly wage compared to those with only a high school diploma, according to a Rand Corp. survey. Here are a few programs that offer financial assistance. ...More
Sarah Smiley: Girl Toys
"Last week I read a report from the Washington-Post titled, "Toy Makers Struggle to Attract Girls," which got me thinking about my own toy afficiandos, Ford (5) and Owen (3), who are very definitely not girls, and, as it turns out, not the subject of Margaret Webb Pressler's article either."...More
Four Common Shopping Mistakes
Are you someone who'll go to several different grocery stores in order to save $7, but then blow $3,000 because you didn't do your homework when you bought a car? When the stakes are highest, we often make the most mistakes. Here are some of the most common mistakes people make when shopping for big-ticket items....More
Overcoming Relocation Stress
Moving can bring exciting opportunities to enjoy a new job, home, and friends. It can also bring stress. Learning to deal with relocation stress is an important part of a successful move....More
Virtual Careers and Self-Employment: Self-Assess or Self-Destruct
The following Entrepreneurial Self-Assessment is adapted from the online application form for our Virtual Assistant training program. This series of 13 questions is one of the tools we use to see if an applicant has characteristics commonly found in successful business owners....More
Win a $100 Commissary Gift Certificate
Military.com salutes the hard-working men and women of the armed forces and their families with a chance to win a $100 gift certificate redeemable at any commissary....More |
