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Category: Financial Literacy

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February 20, 2021

Free Tax Return Preparation for Veterans, Military Members, and Their Families

Free Tax Preparation for Veterans

Earlier this week, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) started accepting electronically filed tax returns as well as paper returns. The IRS reminds taxpayers that filing electronically is the most accurate and safest way to file a tax return, as well as the fastest way to get a refund. The following links to free tax preparation […]

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September 2, 2020

California Lawmakers Pass Eviction Relief Bill; Residents Can Stay in Homes Through January 31

California Eviction Moratorium Extension

Californians who haven’t paid their rent since March 1 because of the Coronavirus could stay in their homes through at least Jan. 31 under a bill the state Legislature passed late Monday — one day before statewide eviction protections are set to expire. The pandemic has devastated California’s economy, causing millions of people to lose […]

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August 31, 2020

CalVet Ready to Help Veterans Affected by Wildfires

California Wildfire Information for Veterans

As Californians once again begin to recover from catastrophic wildfires throughout the state, the California Department of Veterans Affairs stands ready to assist veterans affected by the blazes. Click here to visit CalVet’s wildfires page, which provides important information, including a list of Local Assistance Centers open in affected areas, links, and contacts for veterans. Veterans who suffer […]

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April 15, 2020

Disabled American Veterans Offering $250 Grants to Veterans Left Unemployed by Coronavirus Pandemic

Coronavirus veterans, coronavirus senior shoppers, Coronavirus rent relief, Coronavirus veterans financial relief

Service-connected disabled veterans who lost employment because of the coronavirus pandemic can apply for $250 grants from Disabled American Veterans, the veterans service organization announced Monday. “People are anxious, they’re worried about being able to take care of their families,” said Dan Clare, a Marine Corps veteran and DAV outreach officer. “We want to provide […]

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April 13, 2020

VA Extends Financial, Benefits and Claims Relief to Veterans

Coronavirus veterans, coronavirus senior shoppers, Coronavirus rent relief, Coronavirus veterans financial relief

WASHINGTON – The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced, April 3, a number of actions to provide Veterans with financial, benefits and claims help amid VA’s COVID-19 response. “As all Americans come together to fight the COVID-19 pandemic, we want Veterans to be focused on their health and safety,” said VA Secretary Robert Wilkie. “That’s why we’re taking […]

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April 3, 2020

Coronavirus: For Many, Rent Is Due April 1. Here’s What You Need to Do If You Can’t Pay.

Coronavirus veterans, coronavirus senior shoppers, Coronavirus rent relief, Coronavirus veterans financial relief

The first of the month means rent is due for many Ventura County residents. But those who can’t pay rent because of the coronavirus can’t be evicted, due to a combination of a statewide eviction moratorium and local ordinances.  Gov. Gavin Newsom issued an executive order in mid-March that authorized local governments to halt evictions but […]

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March 5, 2019

Veterans: Financial Coaching Can Help Service Members Improve Credit, Long-Term Well-Being

Financial Coaching for Veterans

Veterans and military service members face unique financial challenges, yet there are few dedicated resources to help these people who have sacrificed so much. The military life cycle of deployments and frequent moves presents distinct difficulties for spousal employment and for families attempting to balance work and home life, contributing to financial instability. Moreover, these […]

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August 17, 2018

New Athletic Program Offers Tickets at Half Price for Military Members, Veterans

UCLA Military Appreciation Ticket Program

UCLA Athletics announced last week that it would be introducing a new military appreciation ticket program for the 2018-2019 season. The program is available to active military members, veterans and their families, and it cuts the price of admission to all UCLA regular-season home games in half – including football and men’s basketball. UCLA Athletics […]

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August 17, 2018

Six Provisions of the 2019 NDAA That Could Impact Your Wallet

2019 National Defense Authorization Act

WASHINGTON – Servicemembers will see a rash of changes with the 2019 National Defense Authorization Act that could impact their pocketbooks, especially if companion legislation to fund the newly signed law gains congressional approval in the coming weeks. Among the most significant changes, servicemembers are slated to get a 2.6 percent pay raise, which would […]

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August 9, 2018

#ExploreVA Facebook Live Event: VA Life Insurance

VA Life Insurance

Do you want to know your family is financially secure, no matter what the future holds? Many Veterans find VA life insurance to be a high-quality option and often the only option. Don’t miss your chance to enroll in VA life insurance, apply before your eligibility window closes. Join representatives from VA and Blue Star […]

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