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How Do I Obtain My DD214 & Other Important Military Forms?
A DD Form 214 (DD214) is a Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty. It would be issued upon a military service member’s retirement, separation, or discharge from active-duty military. If you’ve been discharged from military service, your personnel files are stored at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). They are the official repository for records of military personnel who have been discharged from the U.S. Air Force, Army, Marine Corps, Navy and Coast Guard. Recent military service and medical...
read moreThe Most Comprehensive List of Military Discounts Ever!
The Most Comprehensive List of Military Discounts Ever! From the inbox: We recently received a message from Angelica – Editor at Dealhack. She informed us that they have a list of military and veteran discounts that might be beneficial to our readers. Upon investigating their site and several of the links; we’ve found this to be legit! Not only legit, but the most comprehensive and current list of military and veteran discounts we’ve seen to date! Check it out here: You can also download a printable PDF guide to share with...
read moreWatch the 75th Commemoration of the Attack on Pearl Harbor LIVE
The day after Pearl Harbor was bombed, President Roosevelt appeared before a joint session of Congress and declared, “Yesterday, December 7, 1941–a date which will live in infamy–the United States of America was suddenly and deliberately attacked by naval and air forces of the Empire of Japan.” After a brief and forceful speech, he asked Congress to approve a resolution recognizing the state of war between the United States and Japan. The Senate voted for war against Japan by 82 to 0, and the House of Representatives approved the...
read moreFlag Day~13 Folds 13 Reasons
June Fourteenth – Flag Day When a flag is ceremoniously folded, there is a specific pattern and thirteen folds. Have you every pondered the meaning behind each of these folds? The first fold is a symbol of life. The second fold is for our belief in eternal life. The third fold is made in honor and remembrance of the veteran departing rank, who gave a portion of his or her life for the defense of our country to attain peace throughout the world. The fourth fold stands for our weaker nature; as American citizens trusting in God, it’s to...
read moreDo I Qualify for a VA Mortgage?
It can sometimes be confusing or even intimidating navigating the VA mortgage process. Following are some of the basics of a VA mortgage. As always, speaking with a mortgage professional who is knowledgeable about the mortgage product you’re interested in is the best way to make sure all of your questions are answered. What do you need to potentially obtain a VA mortgage? You must have suitable credit, sufficient income, and a valid Certificate of Eligibility (COE) to be eligible for a VA-guaranteed home loan. The home must be for your...
read moreWill Divorce Affect My VA Loan Eligibility?
Divorce in itself can be a stressful time. We hope to shed some light on how it may or may not affect your VA mortgage loan. If the VA Mortgage is only filed under the veteran’s name A VA mortgage is only available due to the veteran’s eligibility for the loan. After a VA loan is processed, the guaranty will remain with the mortgage even if the borrowing veteran or member of the armed forces stops living there. The only way the VA loan guaranty will be removed is if the loan is refinanced by the former spouse into a conventional...
read moreVA Appraisals – What’s the Scoop?
Before your home can be approved for VA loan financing, a VA appraisal must be completed. A VA appraisal involves a thorough inspection of the home and property to determine the current market value of the home. This appraisal is especially geared towards reporting any defects involving safety or security of the home. How does this fit into the VA loan process? Even though the VA’s primary focus is to assist veterans in financing a home, the VA must also take precautions to protect the investments of both the borrower and the VA itself via...
read moreFree Job Search Tool for Military Veterans
Searching for a job can be stressful. It can be even more stressful for someone transitioning from a career in the military. RecruitMilitary is a veteran-owned company dedicated to helping American veterans achieve their dreams: education, veteran jobs and civilian careers, new business and franchise ownership, training, and much more. This service is provided free to veterans. All of the company’s senior officers and most of their other employees have served in the armed forces of the United States. As the nation’s leading...
read moreMSG Guy Woodhouse Honored With 13 Service Medals
I’ve had the pleasure of personally knowing most of this family for most of my life. They are wonderful, hard working people. I recently came to find out that their father, Guy Woodhouse, is the most decorated war hero in the history of Miami County. They would never ask for accolades or public praise, but Mr. Woodhouse is so deserving of the recognition he is getting. Following is how this amazing honor came about: Tucked away in her mother’s suitcase in an attic were plenty of pictures of Valerie Johnston’s dad, Master Sergeant...
read moreCamp Atterbury, IN – Home of New Veterans Medical Facility
A new veterans medical facility is the first of its kind in the state. The Wakeman VA Clinic at Camp Atterbury offers primary medical care, physical therapy, mental health assessments and technology-based, long-distance clinical health care. Governor Mike Pence, along with representatives from the Indiana National Guard and the Richard L. Roudebush VA Medical Center in Indianapolis, cut the ribbon on the clinic Wednesday. The clinic spans about 10,000 square feet between two facilities with a goal of alleviating the Roudebush VA Center and...
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