Episodes
Tuesday Nov 28, 2023
190 - Tenant Bill of Rights
Tuesday Nov 28, 2023
Tuesday Nov 28, 2023
The Military Housing Privatization Initiative Tenant Bill of Rights is an example of intervention at the highest levels of Congress and DoD to ensure military families have access to appropriate, safe, maintained housing. Listen in as we review how we got here, why we need this, and what it actually says.
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Helping military families connect with military real estate experts throughout the US. Learn more about MilHousing Network at https://milhousingnetwork.com/.
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For more information on providing financial security for your loved ones, click here to connect with MilHousing Network's proud partner, Navy Mutual!
Tuesday Nov 14, 2023
189 - Legislative Action Part Three: Military Spouse Licensure Legislation
Tuesday Nov 14, 2023
Tuesday Nov 14, 2023
Part of moving as a military family means relocating spouse careers. Military spouses struggle with unemployment way above the national average, but help is coming! In part 3 of our Legislative Action series, learn about the legislation regarding spouse employment & licensure transfer.
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Helping military families connect with military real estate experts throughout the US. Learn more about MilHousing Network at https://milhousingnetwork.com/.
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MilHousing Network is a proud partner of Armed Forces Bank. Serving those who serve since 1907. For more information on home financing, click here.
Tuesday Oct 24, 2023
188 - Legislative Action Part Two: Military Quality of Life Panel in Congress
Tuesday Oct 24, 2023
Tuesday Oct 24, 2023
In Part 2 of our Legislative Action series, listen in to learn about two big interests for military families: the Quality of Life Panel currently looking into military issues and the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA)- aka the Defense Bill. It's an interesting time in Congress and the more we know, the better prepared we can be for using our collective voices.
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Helping military families connect with military real estate experts throughout the US. Learn more about MilHousing Network at https://milhousingnetwork.com/.
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For more information on providing financial security for your loved ones, click here to connect with MilHousing Network's proud partner, Navy Mutual!
Tuesday Oct 10, 2023
187 - Legislative Action Part One: How and When to Contact
Tuesday Oct 10, 2023
Tuesday Oct 10, 2023
Join us for this 4 part "Legislative Action and Military Families" series as we explore how to take a more active role in the policies and decisions governing our quality of life in the military community. In Part 1, we cover how and when to contact our legislators.
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Helping military families connect with military real estate experts throughout the US. Learn more about MilHousing Network at https://milhousingnetwork.com/.
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MilHousing Network is a proud partner of Armed Forces Bank. Serving those who serve since 1907. For more information on home financing, click here.
Tuesday Sep 26, 2023
186 - Flood Insurance
Tuesday Sep 26, 2023
Tuesday Sep 26, 2023
Grown-up topics like insurance aren't typically high on the list of conversation starters, but as military families, it's important to protect ourselves. Join Heather as she discusses the need for flood insurance and whether or not it's something you should consider for your home.
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Helping military families connect with military real estate experts throughout the US. Learn more about MilHousing Network at https://milhousingnetwork.com/.
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For more information on providing financial security for your loved ones, click here to connect with MilHousing Network's proud partner, Navy Mutual!
Friday Sep 15, 2023
185 - Can We Afford to Geo-Bach?
Friday Sep 15, 2023
Friday Sep 15, 2023
"Geo-baching" is a slang term for opting out of a move with a service member. Why would a military family ever consider not living together? Join Heather as she discusses why a family might geo-bach and what conversations to have when exploring this decision-making process.
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Helping military families connect with military real estate experts throughout the US. Learn more about MilHousing Network at https://milhousingnetwork.com/.
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MilHousing Network is a proud partner of Armed Forces Bank. Serving those who serve since 1907. For more information on home financing, click here.
Tuesday Aug 22, 2023
184 - Should I Hire a Property Manager?
Tuesday Aug 22, 2023
Tuesday Aug 22, 2023
Have you considered turning your family home into a rental property? What are the pros and cons? Should you hire a property manager? What should you look for in a property manager? Join us on this episode as we explore this conversation and give you ideas for how to decide what works best for the needs of your family.
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Helping military families connect with military real estate experts throughout the US. Learn more about MilHousing Network at https://milhousingnetwork.com/.
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For more information on providing financial security for your loved ones, click here to connect with MilHousing Network's proud partner, Navy Mutual!
Monday Aug 07, 2023
183 - Assuming the VA Loan
Monday Aug 07, 2023
Monday Aug 07, 2023
Moving is stressful no matter how many times you do it. With the current economic climate, it's important to explore all options for securing housing- including the assumption of an existing VA Loan. Listen in for the basics of a VA Loan, what an assumption means, and what to consider before making a decision.
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Helping military families connect with military real estate experts throughout the US. Learn more about MilHousing Network at https://milhousingnetwork.com/.
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MilHousing Network is a proud partner of Armed Forces Bank. Serving those who serve since 1907. For more information on home financing, click here.
Monday Jul 24, 2023
182 - What is BAH?
Monday Jul 24, 2023
Monday Jul 24, 2023
Military life is full of acronyms, but when it comes to setting up the household budget or looking into purchasing power for a future home, it's important to understand BAH, basic allowance for housing. Listen in for an explanation of BAH- what it is, what it isn't, and where some of the current concerns lie with advocates, leaders, and legislators.
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To learn more about current legislation addressing BAH, or to contact your members of Congress, visit Congress.gov.
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Helping military families connect with military real estate experts throughout the US. Learn more about MilHousing Network at https://milhousingnetwork.com/.
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For more information on providing financial security for your loved ones, click here to connect with MilHousing Network's proud partner, Navy Mutual!
Monday Jul 10, 2023
181 - How to Eat On a Budget/Stretching the Grocery Budget
Monday Jul 10, 2023
Monday Jul 10, 2023
Groceries are more expensive than ever, making budgeting all the more essential to the success of military family finances. Use some of these ideas and tips to become an educated consumer on how to best stretch those household dollars. For more information on Fuel the Homefront with InDependent, click here.
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Helping military families connect with military real estate experts throughout the US. Learn more about MilHousing Network at https://milhousingnetwork.com/.
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MilHousing Network is a proud partner of Armed Forces Bank. Serving those who serve since 1907. For more information on home financing, click here.
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