Summary: Learn how you two can use your military benefits to build your wealth together! <a href="http://laceylangford.com/">Lacey Langford</a> shares what benefits you may be entitled to, how to use them, and pitfalls to avoid.<br> [smart_track_player url=”http://traffic.libsyn.com/couplemoney/Military_and_Money_Using_Your_Benefits_to_Build_Your_Finances_with_Lacey_Langford.mp3″ social=”true” social_twitter=”true” social_facebook=”true” social_gplus=”true” ]<br> Knowing Military Benefits You’re Entitled To<br> <br> Making the transition from the service into civilian life can be a huge adjustment. Today we’re going to look at some military benefits available that can help you two build your finances up and make the switch easier.<br> Lacey Langford, Accredited Financial Counselor who specializes with military members, goes over some some programs and options available, how to use them and financial pitfalls to avoid.<br> Hope you enjoy!<br> <br> Subscribe to Couple Money Podcast via <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/couple-money-podcast-build/id924656111">iTunes</a>, <a href="http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/elle-martinez/couple-money-podcast?refid=stpr">Stitcher</a>, or copy <a href="http://couplemoneypodcast.com/feed/podcast/">this link to use </a>with a podcatcher of your choice. You can also find me hanging out on <a href="https://twitter.com/CoupleMoney">Twitter </a>and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/couplemoney">Facebook!</a><br> <br> Resources on Military Benefits and Finances as a Couple<br> If you’re looking to find more information on today’s topic, here are some resources to check out:<br> <br> * <a href="http://laceylangford.com/2016/08/start-using-thrift-savings-plan/">How To Start Using The Thrift Savings Plan (TSP)</a><br> * <a href="http://themilitarywallet.com/">The Military Wallet</a><br> * <a href="http://themilitarywallet.com/veterans-service-organizations-benefits-claims/">Veterans Service Organizations for Benefits Claims Assistance</a><br> * <a href="http://laceylangford.com/2016/08/military-blended-retirement-system/">An Overview Of The Military’s New Blended Retirement System</a><br> <br> I mentioned in the podcast that I had some episodes that covered getting started with the money talk. Here are some of the popular ones:<br> <br> * <a href="http://couplemoneypodcast.com/mastering-the-money-talks-as-a-couple/">Mastering the Money Talks as a Couple</a><br> * <a href="http://couplemoneypodcast.com/money-and-marriage-toxic-habits-to-avoid/">Three Toxic Habits to Stop When Talking About Money</a><br> * <a href="http://couplemoneypodcast.com/love-money-and-secrets-how-to-be-open-with-your-marriage-and-finances/">Love, Money, and Secrets: How to Be Open with Your Marriage and Finances</a><br> * <a href="http://couplemoneypodcast.com/admitting-to-your-spouse-that-youre-in-debt/">Admitting to Your Spouse That You’re in Debt</a><br> * <a href="http://couplemoneypodcast.com/episode-002-having-the-money-talk/">Having the Money Talk with Your Spouse</a><br> <br> Thank You to Our Supporters<br> This episode is brought to you by <a href="http://couplemoneypodcast.com/coastal" rel="nofollow">Coastal Federal Credit Union</a>.<br> If you’re sick and tired of being treated like a number by your bank, come over to the credit union side where you’ll be a member.<br> Coastal has been proudly serving its members, including me, for almost 50 years. They’re based in Raleigh, NC and provides service to members worldwide. Their network of 50,000 surcharge-free ATMs and 3,400 shared branches means you’ll always have access to your cash when you need it.<br> So if you’re ready to learn more and switch, <a href="http://couplemoneypodcast.com/coastal">please visit Coastal</a>!<br> Support for this podcast also comes from <a href="http://couplemoneypodcast."></a>
