MilHousing Nation

186 - Flood Insurance

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.

• Helping military families connect with military real estate experts throughout the US. Learn more about MilHousing Network at https://milhousingnetwork.com/.

• For more information on providing financial security for your loved ones, click here to connect with MilHousing Network's proud partner, Navy Mutual!

185 - Can We Afford to Geo-Bach?

"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.

• Helping military families connect with military real estate experts throughout the US. Learn more about MilHousing Network at https://milhousingnetwork.com/.

• MilHousing Network is a proud partner of Armed Forces Bank. Serving those who serve since 1907. For more information on home financing, click here.

184 - Should I Hire a Property Manager?

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. 

• Helping military families connect with military real estate experts throughout the US. Learn more about MilHousing Network at https://milhousingnetwork.com/.

• For more information on providing financial security for your loved ones, click here to connect with MilHousing Network's proud partner, Navy Mutual!

183 - Assuming the VA Loan

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.

• Helping military families connect with military real estate experts throughout the US. Learn more about MilHousing Network at https://milhousingnetwork.com/.

• MilHousing Network is a proud partner of Armed Forces Bank. Serving those who serve since 1907. For more information on home financing, click here.

182 - What is BAH?

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. 

• To learn more about current legislation addressing BAH, or to contact your members of Congress, visit Congress.gov. 

• Helping military families connect with military real estate experts throughout the US. Learn more about MilHousing Network at https://milhousingnetwork.com/.

• For more information on providing financial security for your loved ones, click here to connect with MilHousing Network's proud partner, Navy Mutual!

181 - How to Eat On a Budget/Stretching the Grocery Budget

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. 

• Helping military families connect with military real estate experts throughout the US. Learn more about MilHousing Network at https://milhousingnetwork.com/.

• MilHousing Network is a proud partner of Armed Forces Bank. Serving those who serve since 1907. For more information on home financing, click here.

180 - Eating on the Road

Eating on the road can fit into a chaotic summer schedule and budget. Join Heather Campbell, Registered Dietitian and family meal expert, as she shares her favorite tips and tricks to keep your family eating well and having fun all summer.

• Helping military families connect with military real estate experts throughout the US. Learn more about MilHousing Network at https://milhousingnetwork.com/.

• For more information on providing financial security for your loved ones, click here to connect with MilHousing Network's proud partner, Navy Mutual!

179 - EFMP

Having family members with special needs can cause extra stress in the military lifestyle. In this episode we provide a birds eye view of the Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP), designed to assist military families with special needs. You can learn more here. 

• If you’re in need of additional EFMP related support and resources, be sure to connect with the team at Exceptional Families of the Military. 

• Helping military families connect with military real estate experts throughout the US. Learn more about MilHousing Network at https://milhousingnetwork.com/.

• MilHousing Network is a proud partner of Armed Forces Bank. Serving those who serve since 1907. For more information on home financing, click here.

178 - Spouse Career Development with the new DOD Paid Internships

Military Spouses pledge to serve our country by supporting our all-volunteer force. However, the reality of military life often leads to underemployment and unemployment of military spouses at 6-10x the national average. In this episode, you'll get a glimpse at the reality of military spouse employment, the progress that's been made, and the progress to come. 

• Helping military families connect with military real estate experts throughout the US. Learn more about MilHousing Network at https://milhousingnetwork.com/.

• For more information on providing financial security for your loved ones, click here to connect with MilHousing Network's proud partner, Navy Mutual!

177 - PCS Pet Reimbursement

Moving with pets can cost thousands of dollars to service members & military families and additional stress during an already stressful time. Tune in to hear what's happening with PCS Pet reimbursement to help alleviate this cost for servicemembers and their families.

• Helping military families connect with military real estate experts throughout the US. Learn more about MilHousing Network at https://milhousingnetwork.com/.

• MilHousing Network is a proud partner of Armed Forces Bank. Serving those who serve since 1907. For more information on home financing, click here.